NBA Trade Rumors: CJ McCollum 'Not Untouchable' in Talks; Pelicans PG Seen as Leader

Faced with the possibility of going into the luxury tax next season, the New Orleans Pelicans could going into the offseason trying to cut payroll with several trade candidates on their roster. Michael Scotto said on the latest episode of the HoopsHype podcast that CJ McCollum is "not untouchable" in trade talks, but he's considered a "grown-up in the room for a young Pelicans squad, providing stability on the court and a good locker room presence for the team." The Pelicans currently have $167.4 million in salary on their books for next season.