NBA Trade Deadline Articles - Page 2

The New Orleans Pelicans are going through another forgettable season, as they’ve only posted a measly 16-43 record in 2024-25. Sitting in the 14th seed in a tough Western Conference, it’s safe to say that the team isn’t aiming for a playoff spot this year. While injuries have played a role, they also seem to […]

There weren’t too many high expectations for the Los Angeles Clippers heading into the 2024-25 season. They lost Paul George, a man who averaged 23-5-4, in free agency after reaching an impasse in contract talks. But even with George out and Kawhi Leonard dealing with injury management yet again, the Clippers are currently sitting in […]

It was certainly a busy day for the Washington Wizards at the NBA trade deadline. Given that they were a rebuilding squad who had plenty of veterans, Washington was expected to be big time sellers. Although their performance has been awful this year, the Wizards made the right moves toward a rebuild at the deadline. […]

After the buzz surrounding the stunning Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade subsided to a degree, the biggest storyline in the final hours leading up to the NBA trade deadline in early February was the barrage of rumors surrounding Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant. Durant was linked to a possible reunion with the Golden State Warriors, and […]

The Dallas Mavericks were one of the busiest teams at the trade deadline, but none of the trades were bigger than the Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis swap. The exchange certainly changed the playoff landscape in the NBA, particularly in the stacked Western Conference, given that both players were initially dubbed as “untouchable” in trades. As a […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder have been the best team in the Western Conference at 44-10. OKC is led by MVP candidate Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who has a talented core around him. Gilgeous-Alexander is leading the league in scoring, averaging 32.5 points, 5.1 rebounds, 6.1 assists, 1.9 steals, and a block per game. The 26-year-old shoots 52.3 […]

It has been a great season for the Cleveland Cavaliers both on and off the court. They continue their hot streak as the No. 1 team in the Eastern Conference. But more importantly, the Cavs have also silenced their doubters at the trade deadline by making a swing for DeAndre Hunter, who’s potentially the final […]

The Charlotte Hornets can’t seem to get out of gear one in their ongoing rebuild. They are on track once again to finish with one of the worst records in the association, and the injury bug hasn’t been helping matters for them whatsoever. LaMelo Ball has missed his fair share of games, while Brandon Miller, […]

The Houston Rockets are in the middle of a revival, with their young core blossoming to the point of leading the team to the top of the Western Conference standings. For a while, the Rockets sat at second place in the conference, although some struggles in recent weeks, coinciding with Fred VanVleet’s injury, have knocked […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers, already sitting atop the Eastern Conference, are loading up for a deep playoff run. Fresh off acquiring De’Andre Hunter, the Cavs are now on the verge of adding even more firepower. According to sources confirming initial reporting to ClutchPoints, the Cavs plan to sign veteran swingman Javonte Green following a buyout with […]

The days of The Process are long gone. Nothing looks familiar with the Philadelphia 76ers franchise, and it has continued to get worse before it gets better. The NBA trade deadline offered a chance to rectify many roster deficiencies that have led to this faulty season. Instead, the front office made a pair of mid-level […]

Outside of Luka Doncic being traded, Kevin Durant’s name coming up and almost being traded by the Phoenix Suns to the Golden State Warriors was the biggest storyline that appeared at the NBA trade deadline. With just over 24 hours to go until the trade deadline, the Warriors believed that they had a deal in […]

The Miami Heat were one of the major players at the 2025 NBA trade deadline by finally ending the Jimmy Butler drama with a trade to the Golden State Warriors. In exchange, the Heat received a decent Butler replacement in Andrew Wiggins while also getting a protected first-round draft pick. While Miami got what both […]

Considering how the Portland Trail Blazers are in the midst of a rebuild, many found their trade deadline inactivity quite surprising. There were even criticisms in the form of harsh grades from various outlets. The reactions are a no-brainer; After all, one look at the roster and it’s easy to see that the team has […]

The Milwaukee Bucks made some interesting moves at the trade deadline, particularly one for former NBA champion Kyle Kuzma. However, it was a head scratcher that they failed to make a major upgrade in their frontcourt, which has been a lingering issue since their season opener. As a result, the Milwaukee Bucks’ biggest mistake at […]

The Sacramento Kings’ hands were tied at the trade deadline after star point guard De’Aaron Fox expressed his desire to be moved, which left the Kings without many options. In the end, the Kings traded Fox to the San Antonio Spurs in a three-team deal with the Chicago Bulls, receiving Zach LaVine, Sidy Cissoko and […]

As the All-Star break is approaching, the Phoenix Suns made a costly move involving Kevin Durant at the 2025 NBA trade deadline. While the latter clarified his desire to stay in Phoenix, management thought something different. The Suns pondered the idea of sending Durant to the Golden State Warriors in a three-team trade that would’ve […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have been rejuvenated by the most shocking trade in NBA history; instead of feeling out what the future holds for them in the post-LeBron James era, the Lakers have managed to secure a more concrete path to sustainable contention over the next decade or so, having secured the services of Luka […]

There are two ways to describe what happened at the NBA trade deadline for the Los Angeles Lakers. On one hand, getting Luka Doncic was shocking. Then there was the trade debacle with Mark Williams, Dalton Knecht, and the Charlotte Hornets that is head-scratching. When the Lakers made the move to trade for Williams, they […]

The Denver Nuggets are finally rediscovering their fine form as of late, as they sit at the third seed with a 35-19 win-loss record. They’re also in the midst of a seven-game winning streak. But while Denver was piling up the wins, the trade deadline was a good opportunity for them to further improve their […]

The Utah Jazz were one of the busiest teams at the 20925 NBA trade deadline. In fact, they were even a part of the blockbuster Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis swap. But while Utah was making moves, it’s a surprise that they didn’t exactly turn some heads. They managed to unload some of their veterans, like Patty […]

Well, De’Andre Hunter certainly didn’t disappoint in his Cleveland Cavaliers debut. From the beginning of Cleveland’s victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves, one thing stood out: Hunter has brought impressive length to the Cavs’ wing position. This newfound length was displayed during one of Cleveland’s best defensive quarters. The Cavs dominated early, forcing the Timberwolves into […]

The winds of change fuel the NBA’s annual trade deadline – especially if you’re a traded player. However, for new Cleveland Cavaliers forward De’Andre Hunter, the transition to life in Cleveland will be a little easier. Thanks, in part, to Cavs guard Ty Jerome, Hunter’s friend and former college teammate. “We’ve been talking about playing […]

Ahead of the 2025 NBA trade deadline, the Los Angeles Lakers pulled off one of the biggest trades in NBA history. They shocked the world by striking a deal for Luka Doncic, but the move also sent out Anthony Davis and left the team without depth at the center position. Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka […]

The NBA trade deadline is always hectic. Over the last few years, teams have regularly made tons of trades, and a bunch of stars have been moved. This year, the drama was even crazier than normal. After all, Luka Doncic was traded for Anthony Davis in a deal that some are calling the biggest trade […]

Dallas Mavericks governor Patrick Dumont is continuing to comment about why the team parted ways with Luka Doncic. Dumont is implying that dealing Doncic was right for the franchise’s culture. “In my mind the way teams win is by focus, by having the right character, by having the right culture, and having the right dedication […]

No team found as much success at the NBA trade deadline than the Los Angeles Lakers did before Thursday afternoon. Aside from sending shockwaves through the entire league with their massive trade for Luka Doncic at the expense of Anthony Davis, the Lakers also swung for the fences and continued to push their chips to […]

Even though it took far longer than most expected it would, Jimmy Butler was indeed moved at the NBA Trade Deadline, departing the Atlantic Coast for the Pacific Coast, leaving behind ‘Heat Culture’ for arguably the greatest culture-setter in the history of the NBA, Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry. Butler and Curry have only […]

New Washington Wizards guard Marcus Smart (recently traded) didn’t play in the team’s 125-11 home loss to the Atlanta Hawks (25-28) on Saturday night, but he introduced himself to the fanbase anyway. The 30-year-old was the first player to talk to the media after the game, showing up to the interview room in street clothes. […]

The Golden State Warriors have something to hope for after the trade deadline. They’ve finally landed a third megastar in Jimmy Butler to boost their championship hopes. Landing the disgruntled star ultimately takes a huge burden on the aging bodies of Stephen Curry and Draymond Green. Although it was a major win-now move, it wasn’t […]

When news broke that the Lakers’ trade with the Hornets was being rescinded, with Los Angeles getting their picks and players back while Mark Davis returned to Charlotte, it took the NBA by storm. How, fans, pundits, and reporters alike wondered, could LA lose their second-biggest addition from the 2025 NBA Trade Deadline when fans […]

When news broke that Mark Williams had failed his physical with the Los Angeles Lakers and would, as a result, be returning to the Charlotte Hornets, it took the NBA world by storm. Suddenly, the second-most shocking trade the Lakers made before the trade deadline was no more, LA’s need for a certified lob threat […]

While practically every other mid-standings team scrambled, the ever-evolving, second-place Memphis Grizzlies did not waver in their approach to the NBA Trade Deadline this year. Rather than making flashy moves to win a press conference, EVP/GM Zach Kleiman focused on strategic decisions that set the franchise up for long-term success. All things considered, it’s mission […]

The Washington Wizards cooked with grease at the trade deadline, and now they’re sitting pretty with a stash of future assets. The best part is that they didn’t give up much for two first-round picks, AJ Johnson, and more. Here’s a complete summary of the action: Outgoing players (Position, Name, Traded To, Outgoing Salary) F […]

The San Antonio Spurs turned out to be one of the winners from the 2025 NBA trade deadline. The team managed to land a second star to pair with Victor Wembanyama in the form of De’Aaron Fox when they pulled off a blockbuster deal with the Sacramento Kings. And not only did they land one […]

The Golden State Warriors are in a tricky spot, roster-wise, in the aftermath of their trade acquiring Jimmy Butler from the Miami Heat. The Dubs had to send away four players to make the deal work, so at the moment, they only have 12 players on the roster, and that’s with Quinten Post’s two-way contract […]

The Memphis Grizzlies have established themselves as a legitimate contender in the Western Conference. They’re second in the West with a 35-16 record. Prior to the trade deadline, the Grizzlies were looking for some minor upgrades to their roster; an acquisition that would finally complete the championship puzzle. But instead, Memphis decided to go with […]

This year’s NBA trade deadline was jam-packed with jaw-dropping moves. The Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Lakers set the NBA world ablaze with a blockbuster Luka Doncic and Anthony Davis exchange. And yet, despite all the big moves around the league, the Denver Nuggets decided to stand pat and made no trades before the deadline. […]

The Chicago Bulls finally released a big burden off their hands prior to the trade deadline by getting Zach LaVine off their books. LaVine spent eight seasons in Chicago, serving as the face of the franchise. But despite unloading the heavier burden that was his contract, they somehow failed to move the remaining star from […]