BREAKING Palms Trade for Jeff Duncan, Form First Father-Son Duo in 3NA History

In a stunning turn of events, The Palms have officially traded the 20th overall pick, JJ Ellis, along with cash considerations, to the Rim Reapers in exchange for the 10th overall pick, Jeff Duncan.

The trade is not just another roster shuffle — it’s a historic moment for the league. Jeff Duncan will now join forces with his son, Weston Duncan, captain of The Palms, forming the first-ever father-son duo in 3NA history.

Sources around The Palms camp have confirmed that Weston felt immediate regret after passing on his father during draft night. After watching Jeff suit up for the Rim Reapers in preseason action, Weston pushed hard for the front office to make the trade happen, describing it as something "bigger than basketball." League insiders say The Palms were willing to part with not just a promising young guard in Ellis, but also a significant cash sum to make the deal a reality.

Jeff Duncan, known for his leadership, experience, and high IQ on the court, will now bring his veteran presence to a Palms roster that many see as a dark horse contender. The emotional story of father and son chasing a championship together will surely be one of the defining narratives of the season.

But while The Palms' future looks brighter, the same can’t necessarily be said for the Rim Reapers.

With the departure of their 10th overall pick and the arrival of the less-proven Ellis, serious questions are now swirling around the Reapers' direction. Captain Carter Plymale now faces a pivotal decision: Will he reinvest the cash considerations from the trade to sign a high-impact player and retool for a playoff run? Or will he pocket the cash and stick with the roster as currently constructed, betting on internal development?

Either way, the pressure is on. Fans and analysts alike are already questioning whether the Reapers just handed a rival team a massive emotional — and competitive — advantage.

One thing is clear: The Palms are all in. And the Duncan duo is ready to make history.

Stay tuned as the 3NA’s wild offseason continues to reshape the league landscape.