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The Milwaukee Bucks might have made their stance on trading superstar forward Giannis Antetokounmpo clear after the NBA trade deadline passed for the 2025-26 season. Antetokounmpo has been constantly seeing his name in trade rumors, presenting the scenario of his long tenure with the Bucks coming to an end. Considering that Milwaukee hasn’t been successful […]

The New York Knicks found ways to adjust Guerschon Yabusele’s contract before trading him to the Chicago Bulls ahead of the NBA trade deadline for the 2025-26 season. Yabusele’s stint with the Knicks ended early, despite signing with the team this past offseason. New York sent him to Chicago in exchange for Dalen Terry. They […]

The NBA Trade Deadline came to a cease as of Thursday afternoon with Domantas Sabonis staying put. The Sacramento Kings big man originally rose as a trade idea for the Toronto Raptors before things went south. However, a Sabonis-to-Toronto idea isn’t out of the woods yet. This proposal could reconvene after the season according to […]

MIAMI – As the Miami Heat were involved in trade talks for Giannis Antetokounmpo, the team made no trades ahead of Thursday’s deadline, showing faith in the way the current team is constructed. With the Heat trying to avoid eighth seed purgatory and another trip to the play-in tournament, the team will be led by […]

The madness of the NBA trade deadline has officially passed, and the Boston Celtics were busy for almost the entirety of the chaos. To kick things off, they pulled a somewhat surprising move on Tuesday afternoon by dealing guard Anfernee Simons to the Chicago Bulls in exchange for center Nikola Vucevic. This deal also included […]

In his first Los Angeles Clippers press conference two-and-a-half years ago, there was a viral moment where James Harden famously claimed, “I am not a system player. I am a system.” After he was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers to create a star tandem with Donovan Mitchell, Clippers head coach Ty Lue revisited the proclamation. […]

Recently, the Charlotte Hornets decided to shake things up by trading for Chicago Bulls guard Coby White, as reported by Shams Charania of ESPN. The move comes amid Charlotte’s seven-game winning streak, which has vaulted them up the Eastern Conference standings and near the postseason line. Now, more information is coming to light about White’s […]

The Detroit Pistons made their lone move at the NBA trade deadline, sending shooting guard Jaden Ivey to the Chicago Bulls in a three-team deal. In exchange for Ivey, the Pistons received guard Kevin Huerter, forward Dario Saric, and a protected 2026 first-round pick from the Minnesota Timberwolves. The trade was announced on Tuesday, but […]

The Utah Jazz acquired Jaren Jackson Jr. in a trade with the Memphis Grizzlies that included eight total players. It’s a move that massively improves Utah’s front court for the future. With the deal done and Jackson yet to make his debut, the superstar forward sends an exciting message to the fanbase. Jackson, who is […]

In the modern NBA, the trade deadline isn’t just for a couple of teams. Everybody gets involved as tons of players and draft picks are traded. Championship contenders and playoff hopefuls alike look to add the missing pieces to get them to the next level, while trade deadline sellers move on from veterans in order […]

One of the biggest stories of the NBA Trade Deadline was what happened with the Los Angeles Clippers. The Clippers were riding high and playing well until James Harden requested a trade to the Cleveland Cavaliers, and then Ivica Zubac was traded to the Indiana Pacers. This was an instant retool for the Clippers and […]

Basketball gut tells you that a bit of gamesmanship may have proven a big reason the Oklahoma City Thunder sat just about every single one of their rotational guys against the San Antonio Spurs. Following a great shorthanded showing that had them within four points of their rivals in the fourth quarter, OKC head coach […]

The Indiana Pacers closed the NBA trade deadline Thursday by reshaping their roster around a new frontcourt anchor, and the move prompted an emotional response from franchise guard Tyrese Haliburton. Following Indiana’s trade with the Los Angeles Clippers for center Ivica Zubac, Haliburton shared a heartfelt message on Instagram directed at Bennedict Mathurin, who was […]

The Portland Trail Blazers finally got major positive news on one of their younger talents at the guard position in Scoot Henderson. Henderson has yet to make his season debut throughout the 2025-26 NBA campaign. He has been dealing with a significant hamstring injury that has kept him on the sideline since training camp. Throughout […]

The 2026 NBA Trade Deadline was bonkers. Many players were sent away, and it involved a ton of star players as well. The biggest names of them all did not get traded, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Ja Morant; however, many teams got better over the course of the week. Anthony Davis, James Harden, Darius Garland, Jaren […]

The Golden State Warriors traded Jonathan Kuminga, along with Buddy Heild to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for Kristaps Porzingis. After years of speculation that head coach Steve Kerr struggled fitting Kuminga into the lineup, it appears he is finally admitting that was the case. Kerr, who is 60 years old, claims that it was […]

The Indiana Pacers received an immediate and emphatic reaction after acquiring Ivica Zubac at Thursday’s NBA trade deadline, including a bold proclamation from Caitlin Clark. Moments after the trade was announced, Clark shared her excitement on X, formerly known as Twitter. “Pacers 2027 world champions,” Clark wrote. Indiana landed Zubac in a deal with the […]

The 2026 NBA trade deadline produced one of its most definitive moments Thursday afternoon when Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo put swirling speculation to rest. A little over 30 minutes after the deadline passed, Antetokounmpo delivered a clear message confirming he was staying with the Bucks. Following days of intense trade speculation, the franchise cornerstone […]

The Boston Celtics became active at the final hour of the NBA Trade Deadline. Josh Minott landing with the Brooklyn Nets rose as one move. But same with landing below the tax line thanks to a deal with the Charlotte Hornets. ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania revealed how Boston landed underneath the luxury tax on […]

The 2026 NBA Trade Deadline is over. Over the last few days and weeks, the Brooklyn Nets have been trying to trade guard Cam Thomas. The relationship between Thomas and the Nets has only gotten worse over time. On Thursday, the Nets could not agree on a trade for the guard and decided to waive […]

The NBA trade deadline came and went, and Giannis Antetokounmpo remains with the Milwaukee Bucks. After several weeks of ESPN’s Shams Charania floating the idea that Antetokounmpo was on the verge of being dealt, the organization hit the popular NBA Insider with a perfect troll job. Charania is going to play in the Celebrity All-Star […]

On Thursday, it was revealed that the Milwaukee Bucks would not be trading Giannis Antetokounmpo prior to the NBA trade deadline. The news came after months of speculation on that front, but the Bucks were still active on the open market in bringing in other pieces. One of those moves was a trade with the […]

The 2026 NBA trade deadline has come and gone, and the Los Angeles Lakers made only one deal, acquiring sharpshooting guard Luke Kennard from the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for Gabe Vincent and a second-round pick. We’ve already graded that deal in itself, but how does the overall trade deadline for the Lakers stack up […]

The Chicago Bulls are starting to look a lot different as a result of seven trades at the time of the deadline. One of those big moves was trading Coby White to the Charlotte Hornets. Since 2019, White has been a fan favorite, and his void will be hard to fill. One of those who […]

MIAMI – With rumors surrounding the Miami Heat connecting to Thursday’s trade deadline, one thing is for certain: they won’t be acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo, as the Milwaukee Bucks have signalled to teams that the franchise will keep him for now. One player that had been in these trade rumors was Heat center Kel’el Ware, who […]

The Brooklyn Nets are waiving guard Cam Thomas, first reported by ESPN and confirmed by ClutchPoints. Thomas will now hit free agency and be able to sign with a team of his choice. Thomas’ Nets future had been in question since the offseason, when he failed to reach a contract extension and signed his $6 […]

The Washington Wizards have been one of the most interesting teams in the NBA this season, and it hasn’t been because of what they’ve done on the court. Rather, their trades have made them the talk of the league. Last month, Washington acquired Trae Young, a proven All-Star with significant questions about his offensive play […]

The Chicago Bulls aren’t letting up in the trade market with the arrival of the NBA Trade Deadline. Their seventh trade this week comes in the form of a three-way exchange with the Milwaukee Bucks and Phoenix Suns. On Thursday, it was reported that Ousmane Dieng will be sent to the Bucks and that Nick […]

The Utah Jazz have continued to signal their long-term commitment to Walker Kessler following a flurry of activity leading up to the NBA trade deadline, reportedly turning down a significant offer from the Indiana Pacers for the young center. Prime NBA insider Chris Haynes reported Thursday that Indiana made a strong push for Kessler, offering […]

The Memphis Grizzlies made a big trade right before the deadline, but it involved Jaron Jackson Jr., and not Ja Morant. In fact, it sounds as though Morant got little to no interest from teams around the league. On Thursday, former center turned ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins sent the star point guard a rather harsh […]

The Dallas Mavericks are reportedly acquiring Tyus Jones from the Charlotte Hornets for Malaki Branham, per Shams Charania of ESPN. “The Charlotte Hornets are trading Tyus Jones to the Dallas Mavericks for Malaki Branham, sources tell ESPN. Mavericks have had interest in Jones this season and get him today. Hornets open up a $7 million […]

Second-year big man Alex Sarr has established himself as a foundational piece for the Washington Wizards, but he had a forgettable night in their 132-101 home loss to the New York Knicks on Tuesday. Luckily for the 20-year-old, the Wizards acquired 10-time All-Star Anthony Davis (finger) from the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday, who will provide […]

After the Boston Celtics acquired veteran Nikola Vucevic in a trade with the Chicago Bulls, the front office solidified its front court by signing two-way center Amari Williams to a standard NBA contract worth $2.7 million. With some lingering concerns over the depth of the frontcourt, the Celtics solidified their center position with the addition […]

The Los Angeles Clippers are finalizing a trade to send All-Defensive center Ivica Zubac to the Indiana Pacers, league sources told ClutchPoints on Thursday afternoon. Along with trading Zubac to the Pacers, Los Angeles is also sending Kobe Brown to Indiana. In exchange for their starting center, the Clippers will be receiving Bennedict Mathurin, Isaiah […]

The Philadelphia 76ers’ decision to trade Jared McCain to the Oklahoma City Thunder carried more emotional weight inside the locker room than a standard midseason transaction, particularly for Tyrese Maxey. Following the deal Wednesday, Maxey explained that the move struck a personal chord because it marked the end of his first meaningful veteran-rookie relationship. Gina […]

Amid earlier reports that the Denver Nuggets were looking to move Hunter Tyson by the trade deadline to get under the luxury tax, the team did just that, sending Tyson to the Brooklyn Nets, as per Shams Charania of ESPN. In addition to Hunter Tyson, the Nuggets also send a 2032 second round pick in […]

The NBA trade deadline has been nothing short of chaotic, as moves big and small are being made around the league. For most teams, they’re looking to build for the future, while others are making moves to compete now and make a run in the second half of the season. As for the New York […]

The Boston Celtics and Brooklyn Nets are back at it, making trades ahead of the NBA Trade Deadline. Ahead of the deadline, the Celtics traded away forward Josh Minott to the Nets. “There are no other players or draft picks in the deal.” Minott averaged 5.8 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game as […]

As the clock hit zero, Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers walked across half-court and lined up in a single-file line. On the Los Angeles Clippers bench was Darius Garland, smiles and all, waiting to close a chapter with one final embrace as teammates, friends, and family surrounded. Under the lights with the welcome wagon […]