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Buddy Hield is on the move as the 2024 NBA trade deadline rapidly approaches. The Philadelphia 76ers have agreed on a trade with the Indiana Pacers to acquire the sharpshooter amid a brutal losing skid. The 76ers landed Hield in exchange for Marcus Morris Sr., Furkan Korkmaz and three second-round picks, according to ESPN’s Adrian […]

The New York Knicks are making significant upgrades to their roster by striking a trade with the Detroit Pistons for Bojan Bogdanovic and Alec Burks in a package consisting of Quentin Grimes, Evan Fournier, Malachi Flynn, Ryan Arcidiacono, and second-round picks, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. In attempts to significantly upgrade their roster ahead of […]

The 2024 NBA trade deadline is here, and deals are starting to fly in like crazy across the league. One of the more surprising deals of the morning saw the Toronto Raptors pick up Kelly Olynyk and Ochai Agabji from the Utah Jazz in exchange for Otto Porter Jr., Kira Lewis Jr., and a 2024 […]

One down, eight to go. The San Antonio Spurs started their annual Rodeo Road Trip Wednesday night with a 116-104 loss to the Miami Heat. The grueling trip which won’t have the Silver and Black play another home game until Feb. 29 also represents a chance for Victor Wembanyama to bond with his teammates. “Road […]

The Miami Heat get their second straight win as they beat the San Antonio Spurs inside the Kaseya Center, 116-104. What propelled them to victory was a collective effort, but it was star Jimmy Butler that put together another exceptional performance as he recorded his 15th triple-double with the organization as he scored 17 points, […]

One word always comes to mind that accurately depicts the NBA trade deadline. As simple as it is, craziness is the word synonymous with this time of the year in The Association. But the 2023-24 season has a different feel to it, one that has seen more teams hesitant to make big moves contrary to […]

Despite all the rumors swirling around the Charlotte Hornets’ roster, the turnover won’t clean out the house like everyone expected. While the Hornets have talked to teams about Miles Bridges, he’s not going anywhere. Bridges’ agent, Klutch Sports’ Rich Paul, told ESPN’s Brian Windhorst Thursday morning that he won’t approve any trade and will stay […]

The Phoenix Suns have staved off a sluggish start to their 2023-24 NBA season and have slowly climbed the ranks in the Western Conference. Much of their early-season struggles have to do with injuries, particularly to Bradley Beal and Devin Booker. Both star guards missed a handful of games in the early goings of the […]

As the 2024 NBA trade deadline approaches, the Atlanta Hawks emerge as active players in trade talks. Surrounded by swirling rumors and feeling the mounting pressure, the franchise stands at a crucial crossroads that could define its trajectory for the rest of the season. With time ticking away, the Hawks face the imperative to orchestrate […]

The Philadelphia 76ers received unfortunate news when Joel Embiid tore his meniscus, sidelining him for a minimum of four weeks. Embiid’s MVP chances are now down the drain, but the 76ers’ key objective is to remain a top-six seed in the East, so they will not go through the rigors of the play-in tournament. It […]

Approaching the 2024 NBA trade deadline, the Brooklyn Nets stand at a critical juncture. Sporting a disappointing 20-30 record, the team faces the urgent need for strategic transactions to salvage their season and build for the future. With swirling trade rumors and mounting pressure, the Nets’ front office confronts a pivotal moment in their pursuit […]

LOS ANGELES — Paul George, James Harden, and the Los Angeles Clippers are preparing for what’s expected to be a quiet NBA trade deadline on their front, with the potential exception being PJ Tucker. With the 3 p.m. ET Thursday deadline looming, any number of trades could happen around the league as teams look to […]

The Golden State Warriors managed a season-low 15 first quarter points against the shorthanded Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night. Stephen Curry had a potential four-point play overturned to an offensive foul after video review, failing to score until hitting a free throw with 2:51 left in the first half. He finished the game with nine […]

With the 2024 NBA trade deadline looming, the Cleveland Cavaliers stand in an interesting position. Boasting an impressive 33-16 record this season, the Cavs exhibit promise. That said, strategic trades could be the catalyst for their ascent in the league’s hierarchy. As an NBA sportswriter, it’s essential to scrutinize the team’s performance and pinpoint potential […]

The Philadelphia 76ers are in the upper echelon of the Eastern Conference, but their championship window may be closing. Joel Embiid is a generational talent, but he has a long injury and was recently diagnosed with a torn meniscus. There is optimism in Philly that Embiid will be back for the playoffs, and if he […]

The Los Angeles Clippers have already pushed their major chip to the center of the table when they acquired James Harden from the Philadelphia 76ers back in late October. It may have taken the Clippers a few games to integrate Harden, and now that they have, they look like one of the most unstoppable teams […]

The Atlanta Hawks could be one of the most active teams at the trade deadline. Atlanta has made Trae Young and Jalen Johnson untouchable, but everyone else on the roster could be on the move. The Hawks are 22-28, which has them in 10th place in the Eastern Conference. Atlanta had higher expectations entering the […]

Amidst the excitement of the 2023-24 NBA season, the Los Angeles Clippers stand at a very good spot. They have a sublime 34-15 record, which is the second-best in the entire league so far. As such, the Clippers emerge as formidable contenders for the championship title. As the deadline draws near, many do not expect […]

The Denver Nuggets are the reigning NBA champions and even though they’re not atop the Western Conference standings, they should still be considered as the favorite to emerge from the pack and make back to back NBA Finals appearances. But with the NBA Trade Deadline approaching on Thursday, the Nuggets could still look to upgrade […]

The Boston Celtics have done it again. Brad Stevens made his first move of the 2024 NBA trade deadline by acquiring Xavier Tillman from the Memphis Grizzlies in exchange for Lamar Stevens and two future secound-round picks. What’s scary is that he doesn’t appear to be done. The Celtics, the best team in basketball this […]

With the 2024 NBA trade deadline on the horizon, the Minnesota Timberwolves stand at a crucial juncture. Right now, they sport a 35-16 record and tied for second place behind the Los Angeles Clippers. The Timberwolves have showcased their defensive prowess but find themselves in urgent need of offensive reinforcements. The pursuit of a championship […]

Around the middle of December, the Cleveland Cavaliers felt like they were about to discover what’s lower than rock bottom. The inconsistent Cavs were 13-12, reeling from two consecutive frustrating losses to the Boston Celtics, the very best the Eastern Conference has to offer. To make matters worse, Cleveland learned that Evan Mobley (knee) and […]

The New York Knicks have vaulted themselves firmly into contention in the Eastern Conference this season. The Knicks actually kicked off the NBA trade deadline season with their huge acquisition of OG Anunoby. Even with the Anunoby deal, the Knicks are reportedly not done wheeling and dealing if rumors are to be believed. The NBA […]

Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans have yet to really put their foot down and become one of the better teams in the Western Conference. Although they have the potential and personnel to be a really great team, the Pelicans’ inconsistencies on both sides of the ball have clouded their chances of being mentioned […]

The window has closed for the Golden State Warriors to make the type of blockbuster move at the trade deadline that once seemed necessary to save their season. OG Anunoby and Pascal Siakam are already ensconced with the New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers. The Utah Jazz haven’t made Lauri Markkanen available barring the king’s […]

In less than 24 hours, many teams across the league will look much different due to the moves they make at the NBA trade deadline. Contending teams will increase their championship odds, while those outside of the playoff picture will look to hit the reset button. Already seeing minor trades involving the likes of Monte […]

The Atlanta Hawks had high expectations entering the 2023-24 season. They were fresh off of a competitive series against the Boston Celtics where they pushed them to six games. They also had an entire offseason to learn and implement head coach Quin Snyder’s philosophies and tendencies to go with a second year figuring out the […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves fortified their ball-handling depth for the season’s stretch run and the Detroit Pistons received draft capital for a veteran who’s not in the team’s long-term plans and is set to become a free agent this summer. Win-win, right? Let’s dive into grades for the deal that sent Monte Morris from Detroit to […]

The Dallas Mavericks are entering the NBA trade deadline linked to multiple players. Kyle Kuzma, Andrew Wiggins, and PJ Washington are among the trade candidates who the Mavs have been connected to in rumors. This year’s trade deadline will be important for Dallas in a number of ways. And no, it will not purely rely […]

The NBA trade deadline is less than 24 hours away, and the Boston Celtics are officially open for business. The league-leading C’s are sending two second-round picks and forward Lamar Stevens in exchange for Memphis Grizzlies big man Xavier Tillman, per ESPN insider Adrian Wojnarowski. 🚨 The Grizzlies are trading Xavier Tillman to the Boston […]

The Dallas Mavericks find themselves in a tightrope as they currently find themselves in the 8th seed of the Western Conference standings. A lot of Dallas’ inconsistencies have to do with their struggles with injuries through much of the year, especially with the likes of Kyrie Irving, Derek Lively II, and Dante Exum — three […]

“The Knicks are back!” Six-time NBA All-Star Amar’e Stoudemire said those words after signing a massive five-year, $99.7 million contract with New York in June, 2010. Aside from a 54-win season in 2012-13, the franchise’s grand revitalization efforts did not come to fruition. This big signing was marred by injuries and fire extinguishers, and the […]

The NBA trade deadline is less than 24 hours away. For the Brooklyn Nets, that means fielding calls on several veterans, and for rookie Jalen Wilson, it means a potential opening in the team’s rotation. Veteran wings Dorian Finney-Smith and Royce O’Neale are among Brooklyn’s top trade candidates. The Nets have reportedly held firm on […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves and Detroit Pistons are working towards finalizing a trade that would send veteran point guard Monte Morris to the Timberwolves, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic. Shake Milton, Troy Brown Jr., and a second-round pick appear to be en route to Detroit as part of this trade. The second-round pick going […]

The Memphis Grizzlies have agreed to trade big man Xavier Tillman Sr. to the Boston Celtics in exchange for Lamar Stevens and two future second-round picks, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. 🚨 The Grizzlies are trading Xavier Tillman to the Boston Celtics for two second-round picks, per @wojespn. The Celtics are sending a 2027 second […]

The NBA trade deadline is quickly approaching. Once it passes, adding talent ahead of the playoffs becomes difficult. However, the New Orleans Pelicans may have an ace up their sleeve. While the Pelicans are keeping their Karlo Matkovic plans close to the vest, the Slovenian big man has already seen spotted around Crescent City alongside […]

For many teams, the NBA trade deadline is a time for panic. It’s when big contracts get shipped out, disappointing star players are ditched, or new talent is found. But, for the Boston Celtics, the 2024 trade deadline is a time for planning. The Celtics have championship aspirations for the 2023-24 season, and their record […]

After a shaky start to the 2023-24 NBA season, the Phoenix Suns are slowly beginning to find their groove as the second half of the campaign rolls along. Much of Phoenix’s early-season struggles had to do with injuries as both Devin Booker and especially Bradley Beal missed a handful of games to begin the year. […]

The Detroit Pistons have agreed to trade Kevin Knox, a 2024 second-round pick, and the draft rights to Gabriele Procida to the Utah Jazz ahead of the NBA trade deadline in exchange for forward Simone Fontecchio, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. The draft pick going to Utah is actually the more favorable second-round pick of […]