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Deadline chaos: Wizards strike big, Knicks improvise, Giannis remains in limbo
sports19 days ago

Deadline chaos: Wizards strike big, Knicks improvise, Giannis remains in limbo

The 2024-25 NBA trade deadline delivered headline chaos but mixed results: Washington landed both Anthony Davis and Trae Young for relatively little, the Knicks added Jose Alvarado to bolster their bench, Minnesota acquired Ayo Dosunmu to complement a cost-conscious window, and Indiana swapped in Ivica Zubac while unloading a valuable pick, with the Pelicans failing to maximize assets and the Giannis sweepstakes ending in disappointment for many contenders, leaving Clippers fans hopeful but wary.

Deadline Frenzy: 28 Deals Reshape the 2026 NBA Landscape
sports19 days ago

Deadline Frenzy: 28 Deals Reshape the 2026 NBA Landscape

The 2026 NBA trade deadline erupted into a weeklong frenzy, with 28 deals involving 27 of 30 teams and 69 players changing hands. While Giannis Antetokounmpo stayed with Milwaukee, stars such as James Harden, Anthony Davis, Darius Garland, Nikola Vucevic, Khris Middleton, and Chris Paul moved to new teams, and Ivica Zubac anchored a wave of high-level role swaps. The Cavaliers–Clippers trade led by Harden-for-Garland, the Jazz’s frontcourt upgrade with Jaren Jackson Jr., and a wide slate of multi-team moves—plus a handful of notable stars who stayed put—defined the recap, which lists all completed trades and notable candidates who didn’t move.

Wizards land Trae Young and Anthony Davis as Deadline Shakeup reshapes the league
sports20 days ago

Wizards land Trae Young and Anthony Davis as Deadline Shakeup reshapes the league

At the NBA trade deadline, Washington emerged as a top winner by acquiring Trae Young and Anthony Davis, using bad contracts and picks to spark a two-year competitive window. Milwaukee chose to stand pat, a win for stability and future flexibility. Dallas and Miami were notable losers for failing to secure better market value. Utah added Jaren Jackson Jr. and Oklahoma City added Jared McCain, while Indiana took a big risk with Ivica Zubac. Chicago Bulls regressed into roster chaos, Golden State missed out on Giannis, and the Clippers secured valuable assets (and picks) in the deal spree. Ja Morant’s market faded, leaving the Grizzlies with limited leverage. Overall, Wizards, Bucks (for not overpaying), Jazz, Thunder, and Clippers stood out as winners; Dallas, Chicago, Miami, Golden State, and Morant’s situation represented setbacks.

Bulls hit deadline hard, retooling with youth in seven-trade blitz
sports20 days ago

Bulls hit deadline hard, retooling with youth in seven-trade blitz

The Chicago Bulls executed seven trades at the NBA trade deadline, moving eight players (including Dosunmu, Vučević, White and Dalen Terry) and adding seven new players—Jaden Ivey, Nick Richards, Leonard Miller, Collin Sexton, Anfernee Simons, Guerschon Yabusele and Rob Dillingham—while also benefiting from prior deals that brought Dario Šarić. They’ve expanded their draft-exchange with 14 total second-round picks and are pursuing cap flexibility for a youth-focused rebuild, all amid lingering chatter about a Giannis Antetokounmpo-sized upgrade that remains unlikely given their assets.

Deadline Day Fireworks Reshape the 2026 NBA Trade Market
sports20 days ago

Deadline Day Fireworks Reshape the 2026 NBA Trade Market

With the 2:00 pm CT trade deadline looming, Hoops Rumors highlights a wave of deals this week including Jazz’s eight-player swap for Jaren Jackson Jr. and the Wizards’ multi-asset acquisition of Anthony Davis, plus Cavaliers-Clippers agreeing to swap James Harden for Darius Garland. Numerous other moves (Coby White, De’Andre Hunter, Jaden Ivey, Kevin Huerter, Collin Sexton, etc.) reshaped rosters, whileGiannis Antetokounmpo’s status remains uncertain. Teams like the Nets, Timberwolves, Heat, Kings, and Pelicans still have assets for late moves as live updates and trackers guide fans to the deadline’s end.

Deadline Day Shuffle: Live Updates on the Latest NBA Trades
sports20 days ago

Deadline Day Shuffle: Live Updates on the Latest NBA Trades

As the NBA trade deadline nears, this live tracker aggregates the day’s reported moves: Tyus Jones to Charlotte for cash; Lonzo Ball to the Jazz with a waiver; a multi‑team swap sending Chris Paul to the Raptors (with Clippers/Nets involved) and possible follow‑on moves; Coby White and Mike Conley Jr. to Charlotte in exchange for Collin Sexton, Ousmane Dieng and three second‑round picks; and Jared McCain to Oklahoma City, with more updates expected as the deadline arrives.

Deadline Fever: Giannis chase and Knicks pivots amid NBA trade scramble
sports23 days ago

Deadline Fever: Giannis chase and Knicks pivots amid NBA trade scramble

As the Feb. 5 trade deadline nears, Giannis Antetokounmpo rumors dominate, with Minnesota aggressively pursuing a deal but Milwaukee demanding multiple first-round picks—likely stalling a deal or pushing it to the offseason. The Knicks aren’t prioritizing a Giannis bid and are looking at depth options such as Goga Bitadze or Yves Missi. Chris Paul trade talks have cooled and DeMar DeRozan seems unlikely to move, while Ja Morant’s situation has quieted. De’Andre Hunter-to-Kings chatter is part of the chatter. Coaches urge players to stay focused and bunker down amid the noise.