With just two days to go until the NBA trade deadline, there will be rumors flying around the league, but how many deals will actually be completed?
The Nets closed out the trading season in January by acquiring James Harden as part of a four-team big deal from the Rockets. This Thursday afternoon 3pm ET deadline is more likely to involve role players rather than blockbusters that basketball fans have become accustomed to watching.
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We should not rule out the possibility of more “Woj Bomb,”. It only takes one call from a general manager to get the trade train in motion.
Sporting News will help you track all the business chaos below. Ahead of Thursday’s deadline is the latest reported deal and speculation.
Latest NBA trade rumors and news
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at 9 am – Let’s start with the biggest trade since last week. The Bucks officially acquired PJ Tucker from the Rockets on Friday, giving them a solid spot-up shooter and defender for the regular season and the final stretch of the playoffs.
“PJ Tucker checks all the boxes,” Bucks general manager John Horst said. “He is a great teammate who brings an experienced presence with playoff experience. PJ’s versatile, high-intelligence defender, and on the offensive end he plays with discipline, is selfless, and with the ability to beat all three. Makes space in court.
Who are the top targets in the NBA trade deadline?
Bradley Beal, Wizards: The NBA’s leading scorers are only listed here so that we can set off the rumors. Washington has consistently pushed Beal out of the idea of doing business, and Beal has never indicated that he wants to trade, According to Athletic’s Shams Charania and Fred Katz. Feel free to hop on the business machine and make hypothetical deals, but Beal is not leaving Washington unless there is a major change in his relationship with the franchise.
Kyle Lowery, Rappers: Wait, moving on Greatest player in franchise historyThe Yes, the Raptors may consider that option. Philadelphia Inquirer Keith Pompey reported If the Raptors and Laurie decide that it is partly for the best, then Laurie would like to join the 76ers. (This is a big “if” with Toronto still in the playoff picture.)
Nikola Vucevic, Magic: Several teams have expressed interest in the All-Star Center, According to The Ringer Kevin O’ConnorIncluding Celtics, Heat, Hornets and Spurs. However, it will cost more, as Vucevic is in the middle of a career year and is under contract for two more seasons.
Larkus Aldridge, Spurs: No anonymous sources are required. Spurs coach Greg Popovich said fine and said Aldridge would not move forward with the team as San Antonio works through the business scenarios.
“We have mutually agreed to work for him on a few occasions, and that will happen elsewhere. Therefore, he will not be with the team moving forward.”
– Gregg Popovich on Spars and Larksus Aldridge mutually agree partially. pic.twitter.com/CCXk0w9x04
– Fox Sports Southwest (@FOXSportsSW) March 11, 2021
Andre Drummond, Cavaliers: The game continues to sit out for the 27-year-old big man as the Cavs search for the best possible trade package. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst reports Cleveland is “playing hardball” and simply will not overcome Drummond.
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