The New Orleans Pelicans and Minnesota Timberwolves both have interest in trading for Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant. In a recent appearance on FanDuel TV's Run It Back show Sam Amick of The Athletic recently said that the Pelicans are probably the frontrunner to trade for Morant.

The Grizzlies tried to trade Morant ahead of last season's NBA trade deadline, but were unable to complete a deal. It's been expected since then that Memphis would reengage teams in trade talks this offseason.

Minnesota has been connected to Morant since last year. However, given Morant's large salary, it might be hard for them to complete a deal. The Pelicans would likely have to move veteran point Dejounte Murray in a deal for Morant. New Orleans also has Jeremiah Fears, who they drafted last year in the first round, on the roster.

Morant makes $42.2 million this season and $44.8 million next season.