NBA Trade Frenzy Heats Up as Deadline Looms Key Deals and Shocking Moves
The NBA trade deadline is just around the corner, and the action has already been fast and furious as teams scramble to improve their rosters before Thursday’s 3 p.m. ET / noon PT cut-off. Big names continue to change teams, and with so many moves happening in the lead-up to the deadline, here’s a look at the biggest trades and deals from February 1st through 5th.
February 5th
Houston Rockets Receive: G Jaden Springer, 2030 second-round pick, protected second-round pick
Boston Celtics Receive: Protected second-round pick
Details: The Rockets bolster their defense with Jaden Springer, the former first-round pick, who moves to Houston after playing 26 games with the Celtics this season, averaging 1.7 points per game. In return, Boston gains a protected second-round pick.
Milwaukee Bucks Receive: PF Kyle Kuzma, SF Patrick Baldwin Jr., second-round pick
Washington Wizards Receive: SG Khris Middleton, SG A.J. Johnson, first-round pick swap
Details: A major shake-up in Milwaukee as the Bucks send three-time All-Star Khris Middleton to the Wizards, getting Kyle Kuzma and Baldwin Jr. in return. Middleton has been limited by injuries this season, but Kuzma’s addition strengthens Milwaukee’s roster and frees up cap space below the second apron.
Detroit Pistons Receive: PF K.J. Martin, 2027 second-round pick, 2031 second-round pick
Philadelphia 76ers Receive: Nothing
Details: Philadelphia moves K.J. Martin’s $8 million contract to Detroit, adding two future second-round picks to the deal. The Pistons add more depth to their roster with Martin while the 76ers focus on future assets.
February 4th
Dallas Mavericks Receive: SF Caleb Martin
Philadelphia 76ers Receive: SG Quentin Grimes, 2025 second-round pick
Details: The Mavericks add wing depth by acquiring Caleb Martin in exchange for Quentin Grimes and a second-round pick. Martin has been averaging 9.1 points and 4.4 rebounds, adding versatility to Dallas’ lineup.
February 3rd
Oklahoma City Thunder Receive: 2030 second-round pick (via Denver)
Charlotte Hornets Receive: 2029 second-round pick (via Phoenix)
Details: A trade centered around future draft picks as the Thunder add another second-round pick in 2030, trading away a second-rounder for 2029. OKC continues to stack draft capital, looking ahead to the future.
February 2nd
San Antonio Spurs Receive: PG De’Aaron Fox, PG Jordan McLaughlin
Sacramento Kings Receive: SG Zach LaVine, SF Sidy Cissoko, multiple picks
Chicago Bulls Receive: SG Kevin Huerter, C Zach Collins, PG Tre Jones, 2025 first-round pick
Details: A blockbuster trade sends De’Aaron Fox to the Spurs, pairing him with Victor Wembanyama. The Kings acquire Zach LaVine from the Bulls, giving Sacramento another potent scorer to bolster their playoff push.
Los Angeles Lakers Receive: PG Luka Dončić, PF Maxi Kleber, PF Markieff Morris
Dallas Mavericks Receive: C Anthony Davis, SG Max Christie, 2029 first-round pick
Utah Jazz Receive: SG Jalen Hood-Schifino, 2025 second-round picks
Details: In one of the most unexpected trades of the season, the Lakers acquire MVP candidate Luka Dončić from the Mavericks in exchange for superstar Anthony Davis and more. This trade will have massive implications for both teams in the playoff race.
February 1st
Los Angeles Clippers Receive: C Drew Eubanks, PG Patty Mills
Utah Jazz Receive: C Mo Bamba, PF P.J. Tucker, second-round pick
Details: The Clippers make a move to duck under the luxury tax by acquiring Eubanks and Mills. This opens up more flexibility for the team to make additional moves in the coming days.
January 21st
Phoenix Suns Receive: Multiple first-round pick swaps
Utah Jazz Receive: 2031 unprotected first-round pick
Details: The Suns stock up on assets ahead of the trade deadline by acquiring several first-round pick swaps, giving them more flexibility for future moves.
January 15th
Phoenix Suns Receive: C Nick Richards, 2025 second-round pick
Charlotte Hornets Receive: SG Josh Okogie, second-round picks
Details: The Suns address their need for a big man by acquiring Nick Richards from the Hornets, while Charlotte adds future picks.
December 29th
Los Angeles Lakers Receive: PF Dorian Finney-Smith, SG Shake Milton
Brooklyn Nets Receive: PG D’Angelo Russell, SF Maxwell Lewis, second-round picks
Details: The Lakers add shooting and depth to their roster with Finney-Smith and Milton, sending Russell and future picks to Brooklyn.
As the NBA trade deadline quickly approaches, it’s clear that teams are making bold moves to bolster their rosters or stockpile assets for the future. With a flurry of trades still on the horizon, the next few days will be critical in shaping the final playoff push. Stay tuned as we continue to track the latest news and updates leading up to the deadline!
