NBA Trade Deadline Articles - Page 14

Less than three weeks stand between now and the Feb. 6 NBA trade deadline. A total of four trades have been made following the Phoenix Suns deal to acquire big man Nick Richards, yet the biggest rumors regarding the Suns and the NBA trade market as a whole revolve around Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler. […]

There’s no doubt that the Dallas Mavericks are proving to be a legitimate contender in the Western Conference, when their superstar trio is healthy. However, both Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic have struggled to stay healthy. On the bright side, offseason acquisitions Klay Thompson, Quentin Grimes, and Naji Marshall have been as good as advertised. […]

After winning the NBA Rookie of the Year, it has been validated that Victor Wembanyama is the next big thing. With a blue-chip prospect in their hands, the Spurs have their work cut out to build a dynasty surrounding their enormous phenom. However, having Wembanyama alone isn’t enough. In fact, the team often finds itself […]

Despite moving Dennis Schroder earlier in the year, the Brooklyn Nets are expected to still be positioned as sellers ahead of the 2025 NBA trade deadline. Of the several trade candidates on their roster, breakout star Cam Johnson is expected to be at the top of the list with the most demand. While the Nets […]

The drama between the Miami Heat and Jimmy Butler had been building up since he was suspended for seven games “due to conduct detrimental to the team” as he has made it clear he wants out. As the Heat completed their road trip without Butler, he also has wrapped up his suspension as he’s absent […]

The Charlotte Hornets are reportedly willing to discuss the availability of Nick Smith Jr., their 27th overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, according to The Stein Line. Rival teams have disclosed that Charlotte is open to including Smith Jr. in trade discussions as the franchise navigates a challenging season with a 9-28 record, despite […]

When Nick Richards was traded to the Phoenix Suns, it addressed a very crucial need. Rebounding. No one felt it as much as Suns forward Kevin Durant. The all-star explained to AZCentral’s Duane Rankin during Thursday’s morning shoot around how Richards helps Phoenix mightily in the paint. “He’s a strong presence in the paint, a […]

Coming into the season, the Philadelphia 76ers were seen as one of the most likely teams to make a sizable trade. Now, with a losing record and uncertainty of the team’s ability to get into the playoffs looming, it’s tougher to tell what they choose to do ahead of the 2025 NBA trade deadline. Joel […]

The Milwaukee Bucks, currently 22-17 and fourth in the Eastern Conference, are exploring trade options involving guard Pat Connaughton, according to a report from Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Scotto indicates that NBA executives are monitoring Connaughton as a potential trade candidate as the Bucks seek greater financial flexibility to improve their roster. Connaughton, 32, is […]

Amidst all the drama with the Miami Heat and Jimmy Butler, the team announces that they are bringing back the popular White Vice jerseys to replace association ones of the same color for the rest of the season. As Butler comes back from his seven-game suspension on Friday when the Heat host the Denver Nuggets, […]

The Golden State Warriors are actively exploring the trade market ahead of the February 6 trade deadline, focusing on bolstering their frontcourt. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, the Warriors have expanded their list of potential targets, which now includes Nikola Vucevic, Jonas Valanciunas, Robert Williams, and John Collins. The Warriors have been linked to […]

It had become abundantly clear in recent weeks that Nick Richards was the Phoenix Suns’ primary trade target ahead of the 2025 NBA trade deadline. After exploring avenues to add Richards from the Charlotte Hornets last season, Pthe Suns got a deal done for a player they have long admired at the cost of Josh […]

With the drama between the Miami Heat and Jimmy Butler continuing, one voice who has given his input is his team legend Dwyane Wade on the latest episode of his podcast “The Why.” As the Feb. 6 trade deadline looks to be important for the Heat if they decided to trade Butler, Wade would give […]

As the NBA trade deadline looms, the Philadelphia 76ers’ season is gradually trending in the wrong direction. Following a 15-24 start, the initial expectations to make a deep playoff run have gone from bad to worse, with injuries and unmet performance goals from certain members of the roster. Sunday’s 104-99 loss to the Orlando Magic […]

All things considered, the Atlanta Hawks are having a good 2024-25 season; not too many had high expectations for them after trading away Dejounte Murray over the offseason, but the Hawks are on track to finish above .500 for this season — not necessarily an improvement from where they were prior to their trade for […]

The Detroit Pistons are having a solid season, as they’re 21-19 and eighth in the Eastern Conference. The Pistons, led by Cade Cunningham, could be active at the trade deadline to add core pieces for the future. Detroit has improved mightily from the 2023-24 season, as J.B. Bickerstaff has maximized their talent. Under Monty Williams […]

The Charlotte Hornets are trading center Nick Richards and a second-round pick for the Phoenix Suns’ Josh Okogie and three second-round picks, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. As a starter, Richards is averaging 11.3 points, 10.2 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks in nine starts. While Okogie comes into Charlotte and can provide more depth at […]

As soon as the Phoenix Suns swapped Josh Okogie for Nick Richards with the Charlotte Hornets, Shams Charania took to X and explained how the new Phoenix big man fits in with his team. “Suns land much-needed help at center with Richards, who’s averaged 11.3 points, 10.2 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks in nine starts this […]

As the drama continues with the Miami Heat and Jimmy Butler, everybody else on the team still has a season in front of them to worry about as emphasized by Bam Adebayo. While the Heat star’s playing status is up in the air for Wednesday night, he spoke to Marc J. Spears of AndScape. Now […]

ESPN’s NBA Front Office Insider, Bobby Marks, said that the Memphis Grizzlies should consider trading for Jimmy Butler. Marks appeared on The Ryen Russillo Podcast on Wednesday, where he made the case from the Grizzlies’ perspective. “If I’m a team like Memphis and I’m trading some expiring or Marcus Smart or Brandon Clarke and I […]

The Phoenix Suns are trading Josh Okogie and three second-round picks to the Charlotte Hornets for coveted big man Nick Richards and a second-round pick, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. The Hornets are sending Nick Richards and one 2nd round pick to the Suns for Josh Okogie and three 2nd round picks, per @ShamsCharania […]

The New York Knicks are back to their up-and-down ways. After capping their first three-game losing streak this season with an embarrassing 26-point loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Knicks stormed back to beat the Milwaukee Bucks by 34 points. Much of the Knicks’ inconsistencies have to do with a lack of depth and the […]

The NBA trade deadline is one of the busiest and most anticipated days of the year in the basketball world. The Dec. 15 trade restriction date is long past, and now players who were ineligible to be traded until Jan. 15 can be moved, too. That means trade rumors and deals actually being agreed to […]

The odyssey of the drama between the Miami Heat and Jimmy Butler amplifies every day as there is new reporting from NBA insider Chris Haynes. The Heat suspended Butler for seven games due to “conduct detrimental to the team,” but Haynes reports that there could be a distinction change that could impact the star. Haynes […]

With the Miami Heat and Jimmy Butler drama reaching new points every day, new details emerge about the star’s frustration with his recent role on the team. With the Heat facing the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday, Butler is eligible to come back from his seven-game suspension on Friday when the Denver Nuggets come into […]

Jimmy Butler’s dissatisfaction with the Miami Heat extends beyond his recent contract dispute and current suspension, according to a report by James Jackson of The Athletic. Butler, who recently requested a trade and was suspended for seven games by the Heat for “conduct detrimental to the team,” has also been frustrated with the franchise’s reluctance […]

The strained relationship between Jimmy Butler, Pat Riley, and the Miami Heat has grown increasingly complex as the February 6 trade deadline approaches. On Monday, Jake Fischer of The Stein Line reported allegations of potential “transgressions” by Butler, including skipping “morning shootarounds” and insisting on “private flights separate from Miami’s team charter.” However, senior NBA […]

As the Miami Heat and Jimmy Butler trade drama continues, there have been an immense amount of details released that show both sides of the story. Even though the Heat play the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night, the team is still surrounded by a bevy of rumors including some new reporting from Chris Haynes. […]

The Phoenix Suns reportedly would very much like to trade Bradley Beal, possibly for the Miami Heat’s Jimmy Butler, but Beal has a no-trade clause, which has loomed over any and all rumors involving Beal. With his no-trade clause, Beal can effectively veto any trade that includes him for any reason. That has seemingly become […]

NBA fans love drama, and disgruntled Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler is the player everyone is watching. After disparaging comments about his time in Miami, Butler will return to action for the Heat against the Denver Nuggets. Although it’s been reported that Butler will be locked in if not traded, many still wonder what will […]

The Chicago Bulls find themselves in the thick of trade rumors once again. With players like Zach LaVine and Nikola Vucevic centered in those discussions, teams are growing increasingly impatient with the Bulls. They want the franchise to make a move. However, head coach Billy Donovan had a word for those teams, and the speculation […]

After a disappointing playoff exit last season, the Denver Nuggets have been trying to power themselves back into the championship conversation. They are currently at the fourth spot in the Western Conference with a 21-15 win-loss card. Although the Nuggets are doing pretty well, a lot of that has to do with Nikola Jokic’s heavy […]

The Indiana Pacers are in fifth place in the Eastern Conference with a 22-18 record as of this story’s writing. After making a deep postseason run during the 2023-24 campaign, Indiana will have a challenge this season as they attempt to climb the standings. Teams such as the Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics are in […]

The Sacramento Kings are currently 20-19 overall as the NBA trade deadline draws near. Sacramento is in ninth place in the Western Conference. If the Kings feel confident enough with Domantas Sabonis, De’Aaron Fox and DeMar DeRozan leading the way, Sacramento could attempt to buy at the deadline in hopes of adding more talent around […]

What does the future hold for Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors? This question continues to grow loud around the NBA every day of the 2024-25 season, especially since the Warriors have gone from the top of the Western Conference standings to being out of the playoff picture. The future is a giant mystery […]

The Golden State Warriors find themselves at a crossroads as the February 6 trade deadline approaches. Head coach Steve Kerr has expressed caution about sacrificing the franchise’s future for short-term success, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the organization’s integrity while navigating the current season. In an interview with The Athletic’s Anthony Slater, Kerr acknowledged the […]

Adding on to the drama between the Miami Heat and Jimmy Butler, there has been new reporting from Shams Charania of ESPN that speaks about a face-to-face meeting between the star and team president Pat Riley. As there have been rumored transgressions from Butler to the Heat, Charania reports that the 35-year-old would tell Riley […]

The Washington Wizards may face limited returns in their efforts to trade veteran center Jonas Valanciunas, according to a report by The Athletic. Analysts Josh Robbins and David Aldridge suggest that the Wizards are unlikely to secure significant draft capital in exchange for the 32-year-old big man ahead of the February 6 NBA trade deadline. […]

The New York Knicks are rumored to be shopping one of their players. New York is probing whether to deal Jericho Sims, per the New York Post. Sims started just three games this season and is dealing with back issues. Sims may be headed out the door by the NBA trade deadline, which is coming […]