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Breaking from Shams: The Milwaukee Bucks are trading Khris Middleton, AJ Johnson and a pick swap to the Washington Wizards for Kyle Kuzma, Patrick Baldwin Jr. and second-round draft compensation
February 5, 2025 at 3:16 PM
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Grading the three-team trade sending De'Aaron Fox to San Antonio and Zach LaVine to Sacramento: www.espn.com/nba/insider/... (ESPN+)
Grading another NBA megadeal: Fox to Spurs, LaVine to Kings in 3-team trade
Grading the three-team deal that pairs Victor Wembanyama with De'Aaron Fox while keeping the Kings as a contender in the West.
www.espn.com
February 3, 2025 at 5:17 AM
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BREAKING: The Los Angeles Lakers have acquired Luka Doncic, sources confirm to The Athletic.

LA is sending Anthony Davis, Max Christie and a 2029 first-round pick to the Mavericks for Doncic, Maxi Kleber and Markieff Morris in a three-team deal involving the Jazz.
February 2, 2025 at 5:30 AM
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A sentence that does not seem real even seven hours later: Luka Dončić is now a Laker.

My first inside look at the most shocking trade in NBA history: tinyurl.com/jare3rvm
Luka Dončić has been traded ... really
Our first inside look at the most stunning trade deadline deal, well, ever: Luka to the Lakers for a package headlined by Anthony Davis
tinyurl.com
February 2, 2025 at 12:11 PM
The New Orleans Pelicans are showing interest in Jimmy Butler per Marc Stein & Jake Fischer

“A new team has emerged as a potential trade suitor for Jimmy Butler. The New Orleans Pelicans have this week registered interest in trading for Butler, league sources tell The Stein Line.”
January 31, 2025 at 6:49 PM
The Golden State Warriors have had ‘significant’ discussions with the Chicago Bulls regarding Zach LaVine and Nikola Vucevic, per Brett Siegel

Talks of LaVine heading to Golden State are very real and gaining momentum.”
January 31, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Brian Windhorst says Stephon Castle is ‘untouchable’:

“If there was a Shai Gilgeous-Alexander or Luka Doncic on the table, they might consider it. But I don’t know if De’Aaron Fox rises to that level… They may believe Castle will be comparable to Fox in a couple of years.”
January 31, 2025 at 6:46 PM
The Indiana Pacers have discussed Obi Toppin trades, per Fred Katz

“They have discussed Obi Toppin, who makes $14 million next season, with other teams leading into the deadline, though there hasn’t been much traction in those conversations, according to league sources.”

(Via nyti.ms/4aFaePb)
January 31, 2025 at 3:58 PM
REPORT: The Spurs made trade inquiries for Darius Garland and LaMelo Ball in “previous transaction cycles”, per @jakelfischer.bsky.social
January 31, 2025 at 3:56 PM
The Atlanta Hawks are a team to watch for Brandon Ingram, per Brian Windhorst

“Keep an eye on the Atlanta Hawks. They just lost their star wing Jalen Johnson for the season. They may start to get interested in making a move, especially for Brandon Ingram.”

(Via @GetUpESPN)
January 31, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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Three De’Aaron Fox trade ideas we could see at the deadline:
Three De’Aaron Fox Trade Ideas We Could See At The Deadline
These three teams are rising contenders in need of a star point guard and have the kinds of assets that the Kings would be interested in.
uproxx.com
January 31, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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RETWEET BY SHAMS:

@FirstTake "League sources tell me that the San Antonio Spurs are De'Aaron Fox's preferred destination." 😲

@ShamsCharania with the latest on the Sacramento Kings being open to trade De'Aaron Fox. https://t.co/O63Xh0m4wm
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RETWEET BY SHAMS: @FirstTake "League sources tell me that the San Antonio Spurs are De'Aaron Fox's preferred destination." 😲 @ShamsCharania with the latest on the Sacramento Kings being open to trade De'Aaron Fox. https://t.co/O63Xh0m4wm
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January 29, 2025 at 4:38 PM
REPORT: The Raptors are looking for a “significant piece” to pair with Scottie Barnes, per Michael Grange
January 28, 2025 at 10:45 PM
The Sacramento Kings are expected to open up talks to potentially deal All-Star De'Aaron Fox ahead of Feb. 6 trade deadline per Shams x.com/ShamsCharani...
January 28, 2025 at 9:19 PM
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Jimmy Butler back to the Sixers?

In light of today's reporting on that possibility, looking at the pros/cons of a potential deal that would frankly break my brain a little:

allphly.com/nba-trade-ru...
Should the Sixers consider a Paul George for Jimmy Butler swap? - PHLY Sports
Should the Sixers entertain a Paul George for Jimmy Butler trade? Kyle Neubeck breaks down why and why not for PHLY.
allphly.com
January 28, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Jimmy Butler Rumors: 76ers a Sleeper Suitor; Paul George Trade Floated by NBA Insider

bleacherreport.com/articles/101...
Jimmy Butler Rumors: 76ers a Sleeper Suitor; Paul George Trade Floated by NBA Insider
As the desperation meter gets turned up on the Miami Heat to resolve their situation with Jimmy Butler, one of his former teams could look to put themselves…
bleacherreport.com
January 28, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Windhorst: 'I think we might see a team swoop in here and get Jimmy Butler at a cheap price'

Read more: hoopshype.com/2025/01/28/w...
Windhorst: 'I think we might see a team swoop in here and get Jimmy Butler at a cheap price'
During an appearance on the late edition of “SportsCenter” with Scott Van Pelt, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst indicated that the Heat may attach a low asking price to Butler leading up to the Feb. 6 trade…
hoopshype.com
January 28, 2025 at 5:21 PM
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The Warriors will retire Andre Iguodala’s #9 jersey on Feb. 23, following the team’s game against the Mavericks at Chase Center, making him just the seventh player in Warriors franchise history to have his jersey number retired by the organization:
January 28, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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The trade deadline is next week. Here's what the Sixers need to do:
-cash in on Yabu's value and trade him to a contender
-acquire a 3PT shooter for the long run
-take flyers on young, athletic guys (sign Edwards to a Hinkie special?)
clutchpoints.com/76ers-dream-...
76ers' Dream Scenario For 2025 NBA Trade Deadline
The 76ers are in a bad spot but can set themselves up better for the future at the 2025 NBA trade deadline.
clutchpoints.com
January 28, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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Another day, another suspension for Jimmy Butler
Heat Suspended Jimmy Butler Again After He Walked Out Of Shootaround
Butler’s quest to get the Heat to trade him has taken another turn.
uproxx.com
January 28, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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Looked at 10 players not named Jimmy Butler who could be on the move before next week's NBA trade deadline in terms of what they bring and where they might fit: www.espn.com/nba/insider/... (ESPN+)
Best trade fits for NBA title contenders: Where 10 key players could thrive
These players could be the key for a potential run to the NBA Finals. How feasible would it be for contending teams to trade for them?
www.espn.com
January 27, 2025 at 5:30 PM