Clippers trade Mo Bamba and P.J. Tucker to Utah for Drew Eubanks and Patty Mills
Not a lot going on here. Eubanks and Bamba are backup big men on minimum salary contracts
Mills could swing this in the Clip's favor though as he's playoff tested. He could prove to be valuable come post season time
Tucker was literally never gonna play. He was the 5th string big forward behind Kawhi, Coffey, Nico and Kobe Brown
LA Lakers get: Luka Doncia, Maxi Kleber and Markieff Morris
Dallas gets: Anthony Davis, Max Christie and LA Laker's 1st round pick in 2029
Utah gets: Jalen Hood-Schivino, Clippers 2025 2nd round pick and Dallas' 2025 2nd round pick
I guess I'm in the minority but I don't think this is as lopsided as everyone is making it out to be
First off, let's look at it from Dallas' perspective. One of the last things we heard AD say before the trade was that he wants to be at the 4 and was hoping the Lakers would trade for a big man. Well, he gets his wish even if he's not gonna be on the Laker roster. Dallas has two very skilled big men who play the position the way it's meant to be played and thus will allow AD to move to the 4 spot. I'm talking about Gafford and Lively
Next, Kyrie moves to his more natural PG spot. I know that I've talked about how he can play the 2 since he moves without the ball but let's be honest, this is his natural spot
Lastly, and my favorite part of the trade, is that you have two "Max's" in one deal. I bet that will never happen again lol but Dallas got the better of the Max's and that angle isn't being talked about enough. The draft pick and Max Christie swing this even more
C -Gafford/Lively
PF-AD/PJ Washington
SF-Klay/Naji
2G-Christie/Grimes/Hardy
PG-Kyrie/Dinwiddie/Exum
That's a very deep and balanced lineup
As for the Lakers, you now have two guys who are ball dominant. The Lakers will clearly be worse defensively and are planning for life after Lebron. Be careful what you wish for as you just might get it
San Antonio receives DeAaron Fox and Jordan McLaughlin.
Sacramento receives Zach Lavine, Cidy Sissoko, 3 first round picks and 3 second round picks/Charlotte's #1 this year is included I think.
Chicago receives Zach Collins, Tre Jones, Kevin Huerter and a 2026 first round pick which I believe is their own pick returning from a previous trade to Spurs or Bulls.
Spurs were aimed for massive cap space the year that Fox was to be a free agent so Sacramento figures that they should get something now as opposed to waiting and losing him for nothing.
Primary ball handler is a bit of an issue for the Kings now as they once had Haliburton, Fox and Davion Mitchell and now have none of them but they love what Keon Ellis brings to the game with Devin Carter as a promising backup plus the draft compensation is the real key here. We can't judge this trade until all the picks are made.
Obviously, Fox and the big guy will make for a great pick and roll combo but they drafted Castle to be a lead guard. By moving him to the 2 spot, you're not taking full advantage of the guy you spent the #4 pick on.
Bulls move on from Lavine and get quality depth in the meantime plus the pick.
The Charlotte pick is a fake first rounder. It's lottery protected, and turns into 2nd rounders in 2026 if not conveyed this year, which it won't be.
Sacramento receives Zach Lavine, Sidi Sissoko, 3 first round picks and 3 second round picks/Charlotte's #1 this year is included I think.
Chicago receives Zach Collins, Tre Jones, Kevin Huerter and a 2026 first round pick which I believe is their own pick returning from a previous trade to Spurs or Bulls.
Spurs were aimed for massive cap space the year that Fox was to be a free agent so Sacramento figures that they should get something now as opposed to waiting and losing him for nothing.
Primary ball handler is a bit of an issue for the Kings now as they once had Haliburton, Fox and Davion Mitchell and now have none of them but they love what Keon Ellis brings to the game with Devin Carter as a promising backup plus the draft compensation is the real key here. We can't judge this trade until all the picks are made.
Obviously, Fox and the big guy will make for a great pick and roll combo but they drafted Castle to be a lead guard. By moving him to the 2 spot, you're not taking full advantage of the guy you spent the #4 pick on.
Bulls move on from Lavine and get quality depth in the meantime plus the pick. 
The Kings could have tried to get some young players like Devin Vassell, Stephon Castle, and/or Jeremy Sochan.
That would have helped out with bench depth, or given them a starting PF that they've needed (Sochan).
What is your evaluation of the Bulls?
Does Jalen Hood-Schivino have a chance at getting minutes for the Jazz?
Yep. I just read about that on the athletic
I doubt it. Keyonte George, Collin Sexton, Isaiah Collier and Jordan Clarkson seem to be getting all the minutes but he has a better shot with them then he did with the L word. At the end of the day, I think he was just salary filler though
That would have helped out with bench depth, or given them a starting PF that they've needed (Sochan).
What is your evaluation of the Bulls?
It's win win for the Bulls. They just wanted to unload Lavine's contract so if any of those guys work their way into the rotation, it's just an added bonus plus they get their pick back
I've always like Huerter but it seems like his game has fallen off a bit. If he can play like he did in the Atlanta days then he's definitely a rotation piece
Same with Collins. If he can play like he did with Portland then he should get the majority of the backup minutes over Jalen Smith
I've always like Huerter but it seems like his game has fallen off a bit. If he can play like he did in the Atlanta days then he's definitely a rotation piece
Same with Collins. If he can play like he did with Portland then he should get the majority
of the backup minutes over Jalen Smith
I've given up on Collins. He always looks like he can be a starter, but coaches never seem to think he is. He's now on his third team.
He's another version of Chris Boucher in Toronto.
Huerter is pretty good. He can rebound. Decent shot blocker. Ran a nice pick and roll.
His shooting has been very inconsistent for the past 1.5 years. I think it could come back. Plus Mike Brown kind of messed with him, starting Chris Duarte over him in preseason last year.
Oh, as a backup, Collins is good.
So between Tre Jones, Collins, and Huerter, that's at least 3 legit rotation pieces, two at worst if one of them struggle.
Darn. I wanted to call this the Jalen Hood-Schifino trade. Just because I was hoping he could be someone that gets an opportunity and becomes at worst a bench rotation player.
What are some other teams Anthony Davis could have been traded to, where he could have played PF?
Kings is a no, because De'Arron Fox did not want to play for the Lakers. I think Fox could have considered staying with Dallas or Houston.
I'm guessing the Lakers would be getting either an established star, or young intriguing player back.
I'm trying to think about it for where Davis would want to play, if he had to get traded.
Kings is a no, because De'Arron Fox did not want to play for the Lakers. I think Fox could have considered staying with Dallas or Houston.
I'm guessing the Lakers would be getting either an established star, or young intriguing player back.
I'm trying to think about it for where Davis would want to play, if he had to get traded.
How about the Warriors straight up for Curry? He may not be able to play Center there but Curry and Lebron have always wanted to play together so this trade would work in that sense
As far as AD playing the 4 spot, we'd have to see a trade to Philly for Tyrese Maxey or Charlotte for LiMelo Ball and Miles Bridges. Maybe to Boston for Jaylen Brown where Kristaps could stay at C and he could play the 4
As far as AD playing the 4 spot, we'd have to see a trade to Philly for Tyrese Maxey or
Charlotte for LiMelo Ball and Miles Bridges. Maybe to Boston for Jaylen Brown where
Kristaps could stay at C and he could play the 4
Who would play PG for Golden State?
I was actually thinking of a Charlotte trade too. But I was thinking the Lakers get Miles Bridges, and Brandon Miller (so they get a young player).
While the Hornets would keep LaMelo and get Anthony Davis.
I kind of like the Philly idea. They have good guard depth. Next year, McCain could take over. And Philly has good center depth too.
Boston is a good idea too.
I was actually thinking of a Charlotte trade too. But I was thinking the Lakers get Miles Bridges, and Brandon Miller (so they get a young player).
While the Hornets would keep LaMelo and get Anthony Davis.
I kind of like the Philly idea. They have good guard depth. Next year, McCain could take over. And Philly has good center depth too.
Boston is a good idea too.
Dennis Schroeder would start at the lead guard spot with Podz off the bench
Moody, GP II and Hield at the 3
Dallas sends Quentin Grimes and Philadelphia's 2025 2nd round pick back to the Sixers for Caleb Martin
Martin is the slightly better player hence why Philly gets their 2nd rounder back
Oklahoma City sends Phoenix's 2029 2nd rounder to Charlotte in exchange for Denver's 2030 2nd rounder
I sure hope we have more interesting trades than this one on Thursday lol
My guess is that Sam Presti and Charlotte's GM were discussing a trade and the topic turned to who they thought would be the better team in 4 or 5 years between Denver and Phoenix. The Charlotte GM thinks KD will retire or get traded sooner rather than later so there may be value on that 2nd rounder whereas Presti thinks the Joker will want to retire and spend full time with his horses sooner than later and that the Denver 2nd rounder will have more value
I don't agree with the notion that Jokic doesn't like basketball. I think he just mentally puts it behind him when he's off the court.
He needs a mental break, when he's not actually playing.
That's all he means about his horses.
Michael Jordan played golf.
Myles Turner plays with legos.
Luka Doncic likes beer and hookah. (Ok maybe bad timing on this one.)
It's ok to have a recreational activity that is very different.
De'Andre Jordan played video games.
Hassan Whiteside watched Martin.
He needs a mental break, when he's not actually playing.
That's all he means about his horses.
Michael Jordan played golf.
Myles Turner plays with legos.
Luka Doncic likes beer and hookah. (Ok maybe bad timing on this one.)
It's ok to have a recreational activity that is very different.
Of course. I agree with that. Mychael Thompson once said and it still holds true, that if players took up more hobbies in the off season or played different sports that use different muscles, they wouldn't be getting hurt so much. But when guys play 24/7 with no breaks, their bodies break down. The problem is that instead of retiring, a lot of them wind up playing 20-30 games instead of 82 and just take up cap space for 16 or more seasons which obviously makes things tough from a team building standpoint
Milwaukee trades Khris Middleton, A.J. Johnson & a pick swap to Washington for Kyle Kuzma, Patrick Baldwin and 2nd round draft pick compensation
I hate to see Middleton leave Milwaukee as he and Giannis were the last links to the team when they were bad. The problem is that his game has fallen way off so it's not a huge loss for them. Losing Johnson may prove to be more detrimental as he has potential
Baldwin is a Milwaukee native going home. Not sure where Kuzma fits on the Bucks. He can play the 3 spot but I sort of see him better off as Giannis' backup. This team is loaded with wings and has very little frontcourt depth. Kuzma and Baldwin fit at the 4 spot and Middleton was a 3 so the team is a little more balanced
I'm guessing Saar becomes the starting 4 in Washington now
Philadelphia is trading K.J. Martin & 2 future 2nd rounders to Detroit for a future 2nd rounder
Philly gets under the luxury tax with this move while Detroit takes a flier and gets short term depth while Ivey is still out. The 2nd rounders are a bonus
I hate to see Middleton leave Milwaukee as he and Giannis were the last links to the team when they were bad. The problem is that his game has fallen way off so it's not a huge loss for them. Losing Johnson may prove to be more detrimental as he has potential
Baldwin is a Milwaukee native going home. Not sure where Kuzma fits on the Bucks. He can play the 3 spot but I sort of see him better off as Giannis' backup. This team is loaded with wings and has very little frontcourt depth. Kuzma and Baldwin fit at the 4 spot and Middleton was a 3 so the team is a little more balanced
I'm guessing Saar becomes the starting 4 in Washington now
Wow. What are the contract reasons for doing this? Is Middleton expiring (for Washington's side in acquiring him)?
And yes I'm sad about Middleton too.
Wish Detroit also still had him, since they drafted him. Wish Detroit had Middleton, Luke Kennard, with this current group, so they could have ended their playoffs drought sooner.
And yes I'm sad about Middleton too.
Wish Detroit also still had him, since they drafted him. Wish Detroit had Middleton,
Luke Kennard, with this current group, so they could have ended their playoffs
drought sooner.
This gets Milwaukee under the 2nd apron I believe
And Washington?
My thinking is that they are weak at PG and are swinging for the fences on Johnson as he has talent
Losing Kuzma doesn't look bad if they get Flagg in the draft
As for finances, they aren't really helping their situation but rather by helping Milwaukee, they think that in return, they are getting the better end of the deal. A tapped out Kuzma for an intriguing prospect and a veteran leader
Is Washington the current worst basketball + baseball city, in terms of their team success?
Can't say Detroit. Tigers won a playoffs series, and the Pistons are decent.
Dallas is a wait and see. Are the Rangers a playoffs team again, or not? What will happen with the Mavericks?
Diamondbacks are decent, so can't say Phoenix.
A's + Kings depends on where the Kings finish this season. If the Kings fall off, this could be in the mix for worst.
Same with Giants + Warriors, have to see where the Warriors end up.
Marlins + Heat could get bad, if the Heat fall off.
Raptors + Blue Jays, depends on the Blue Jays this season. They weren't as good last year, but still have some talent I think.
With the Nats finishing 71-91 to go with the Wiz and their worst record in the NBA, DC takes the cake for NBA/MLB 2024 futility
Blue Jays were 74-88 so if the Wiz can get hot and the Raps fall off a bit, Toronto could take the lead
New Orleans trades Daniel Theis and a future 2nd round to Oklahoma City for cash considerations
With Chet and Hartenstein having problems staying healthy, bringing in an experienced big man should prove valuable for the stretch run
Washington trades Jonas Valanciunas to Sacramento for Sidy Cissoko & future 2nd rounders
JV joins his countryman Sabonis in the state capitol. Depth is always a good thing
Not sure why we're not going after Vucevic
They may be. Let's see what goes down tomorrow
Golden State trades Dennis Schroeder, Kyle Anderson, Lindy Waters, a protected first rounder and Andrew Wiggins and receives Jimmy Butler
Detroit gets Lindy Waters and Josh Richardson
Miami trades Jimmy Butler and Josh Richardson and receives Andrew Wiggins, Kyle Anderson a protected first rounder and P.J. Tucker
Utah trades P.J. Tucker and receives Dennis Schroeder
Wow! Lots of trades popping off the day before the deadline. Warriors depth allows them to swing for the fences. Even if Butler gets hurt, they have plenty of players like Moody or Kuminga who can fill his spot
Miami is finally rid of it's headache and has Wiggins to slide into Butler's spot plus Tucker, if he ever plays, gives them front court depth
What's the record for most former All-Stars traded within the final week of the trade deadline?
Yes, I know this includes fake All-Stars like Andrew Wiggins, who shouldn't have made it the year he made it.
LAL just traded their prized 2024 pick, Knecht + Reddish to Hornets for Mark Williams, an able center.
New Orleans trades Brandon Ingram to Toronto for Bruce Brown, Kelly Olynyk, a future 1st round pick and a future 2nd round pick
I've never been much of a Brandon Ingram fan. Too much of a high volume, put your head down and drive game for me. Put Trey Murphy or Herb Jones in the starting lineup and this team is actually better off IMO. Brown is an expiring deal while Olynyk takes the spot of the outgoing Daniel Theis from a previous trade as a backup center
Brown's expiring deal is a plus as well
Not sure how Ingram fits in Toronto. He's not the type of player to accept a bench role so my best guess is that R.J. Barrett moves to the 2 spot with Ingram at the 3 and Barnes at the 4. I think Ingram will benefit from playing off a team/pass oriented player like Barnes so that's a plus for him as an individual but just not sure that it helps the Raps in the long run
LA Lakers trade Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish, a 2030 pick swap & a 2031 first rounder to Charlotte for Mark Williams
I had Knecht mocked to #6 for Charlotte. Had they done that, they could've paired Knecht with Mark Williams, a player that has really come into his own these last couple weeks. My hope was that things would change for the better for Charlotte after suffering through 3 of the worst owners in NBA history in George Shinn, Bob Johnson and Michael Jordan but I'm not so sure yet. Simply doesn't make sense. If they were that interested in Knecht to the point that they were willing to part with Mark Williams, I would think it would make more sense to just draft him as opposed to a guy that isn't playing much
Good deal for the L word. They get the type of big man that they covet. I was really hoping that the rest of the league would do the right thing and not help the Warriors and Lakers and just watch them suffer but apparently not. Both those franchises benefit greatly from this past week and are now contenders again and that just SUCKS
That's the problem though. As of late, Williams has been playing great and is more than just an able center. He's unfortunately exactly what they need. Not sure why Charlotte is throwing in the towel on him now. They just got rid of two really good pivotmen in Nic Richards and Mark Williams for nothing in one trade and a guy that they should've drafted at #6 with the other trade
Toronto trades Davion Mitchell to Miami for P.J. Tucker, a 2nd round pick and cash
Mitchell was a mid lottery pick. Surprised to see him dealt twice now under his rookie contract. I guess he just didn't pan out. Good defensive player who could find his niche with Heat culture
Tucker at this point is just an expiring deal. The picks and cash are the cherry on top
Philadelphia trades Reggie Jackson and a future 1st round pick to Washington for Jared Butler and four future 2nd round picks
The Sixers have apparently coveted Butler for awhile. I'm guessing that Washington just waives Jackson when they get a chance
This is what happens when the other team’s personnel are buddies of the L-Word team’ personnel. Nico Harrison (Mavs GM) is a buddy of Pelinka and Kupchak (a LAL for long time) is still an advisor to the hornets. Also, when that Rich Paul guy is a LAL to his heart, that hurts as well.
Welp, guess we'll watch all the action from the sidelines
This is true. This is another problem with Cuban no longer being in charge of the Mavericks. He never in a million years would've made deals with them or at least not a controversial one. He and Dan Gilbert were front and center on the nixed Chris Paul deal over 13 years ago
Milwaukee trades Patrick Baldwin cash to San Antonio
Milwaukee is still trying to get under the luxury tax so they're throwing in cash as a way to entice the Spurs into taking on Baldwin's deal
Boston trades Jaden Springer & two future 2nd round picks to Houston for a future 2nd round pick
I'm guessing this is another cost cutting move
Nico Harrison is the guy that screwed up the Nike meeting with Steph Curry. He called him Steph-on, and showed him Kevin Durant slides.
It's rumored he might have even called him Seth once.
https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/15047018/how-nike-lost-stephen-curry-armour
Phoenix trades Jusuk Nurkic and a 2026 first round pick to Charlotte for Cody Martin, Vasilje Micic & a 2026 second round pick
Ok, so I guess this explains losing Mark Williams although that still doesn't justify such a low return along with helping the L word. Charlotte has enough guard depth to deal with losing Martin and Micic although with Ball getting hurt all the time, Micic came in handy this year
Martin & Micic just duplicate what Phoenix has already. They just needed to get rid of another guy who didn't want to be there anymore
LA Clippers trade Terrance Mann & Bones Hyland to Atlanta for Bogdan Bogdanovic & three 2nd round picks
Good deal for the Clips. Mann and Hyland lost their place in the rotation while Bogs will be productive. They really could've used him two nights ago against the L word with all those bricks
Hyland could actually get some meaningful minutes in Atlanta as they aren't deep at PG while Mann could get some minutes that are now available with the departure of Bogs as well as Hunter
LA Clippers trade Kevin Porter Jr. to Milwaukee for Marjon Beauchamp
This doesn't look like an even trade. Porter must have been getting out of hand in the locker room or something
Cleveland trades Caris Lavert, Georges Niang, three 2nd round picks and two pick swaps to Atlanta for Deandre Hunter
Cleveland really wanted Hunter. I wonder if he starts over Strus at the 3 spot? That's a lot of draft capital especially considering that Lavert and Niang aren't chopped liver. They are rotation pieces.
I actually give Atlanta the slight edge here. Ricasher is ready for big minutes with Hunter no longer splitting minutes with him at the 3. Niang and Lavert make up for the loss of Bogdanovich
