Poole also finished his season season with Washington bouncing back after averaging just 17.4 points per game in the 2023-24 season where he experienced a learning curve. His first four season were with the Golden State Warriors, with whom he won an NBA championship in the 2021-22 season.

Washington sends Jordan Poole, Saddiq Bey and the No. 40 pick in the 2025 Draft to New Orleans in the reported deal.

It's a stunning point guard swap between two struggling NBA franchises, but both teams can now move forward with hopes of climbing out of the lottery. Specifically, the Pelicans get younger with Jordan Poole and Saddiq Bey, while the Wizards get some added cap flexibility by taking on McCollum's expiring contract.