McCollum, 33, was a three-plus year starter for the Pelicans after arriving via trade from the Portland Trail Blazers during the 2021-22 season. McCollum was previously Damian Lillard's backcourt running mate in Portland.

The Pelicans are trading CJ McCollum, Kelly Olynyk and a future second-round pick to the Washington Wizards, according to a report by ESPN’s Shams Charania. In exchange, the Pelicans will receive Jordan Poole, Saddiq Bey and this year’s No. 40 pick.

The Pelicans are sending CJ McCollum, Kelly Olynyk and a future second-round pick to the Wizards for Jordon Poole, Saddiq Bey and the No. 40 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Tuesday.