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Nikola Mirotic talks Pelicans playoffs and trade from Bulls: 'We both did what was the best for us'

Pelicans practice is over. An intriguing matchup with the defending NBA champion Warriors begins Saturday. And New Orleans weather is cooperating enough that the voice on the other end of the phone is sitting poolside.

Yes, life is good for Nikola Mirotic these days.

"All good, man," Mirotic said by phone Wednesday. "All good."

Since the Bulls traded him in February, Mirotic's wild 2017-18 season has continued with strong postseason play. Reunited with Rajon Rondo, Mirotic averaged 18.3 points and 9.5

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