The 2024 NBA trade deadline is set for Thursday, February 8, 2024, at 3 p.m. ET. This key date in the NBA calendar marks the final opportunity for teams to make trades during the season. As teams position themselves for the playoffs or look toward future development, the trade deadline can significantly alter the league’s landscape.
Players to watch:
* Zach LaVine: Due to his huge salary and struggles with fit, the Chicago Bulls may decide to trade LaVine. One possible destination that has been mentioned is the Los Angeles Lakers.
* Dejounte Murray: The Los Angeles Lakers and San Antonio Spurs have expressed interest in Murray, who may be on the move following the Atlanta Hawks’ recent poor play.
* Lauri Markkanen: A standout player for the Utah Jazz, Markkanen may draw interest from organizations hoping to solidify their climb with a top player, such as the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Teams making moves:
* The Golden State Warriors may need to make adjustments to their roster to better fit the roles and goals of individual players.
* Despite a slow start, the Detroit Pistons want to add players, suggesting that they would prefer to improve right away rather than rebuild.
* The Orlando Magic, who have been outstanding defensively, could look to trade for players to replace Wendell Carter Jr. and Markelle Fultz, who are both prone to injury.
* The Los Angeles Lakers, who are constantly looking to improve their lineup with LeBron James at the heart of it, maybe significant contenders at the deadline.
Major trade rumors:
* Interest in Andrew Wiggins: It has been rumored that the Golden State Warriors’ Andrew Wiggins is of interest to the Dallas Mavericks and Indiana Pacers. The possible trade for Wiggins is perceived as an attempt by Dallas to bolster the wing position in addition to Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic.
* Tyus Jones is attracting attention: Tyus Jones is attracting interest from the Los Angeles Lakers, Minnesota Timberwolves, Orlando Magic, San Antonio Spurs, and Brooklyn Nets. The reported trade could see Dallas send Grant Williams and Richaun Holmes to Golden State. The Wizards are apparently looking to trade Jones, a competent rotation point guard, for a first-round selection, though a deal could more likely include multiple second-round picks. Jones has become recognized as a desirable asset.
* Milwaukee Bucks Seeking Upgrades: The Bucks, particularly on defense, actively search for roster enhancements under new coach Doc Rivers. Even with players like Giannis Antetokoumpo and Brook Lopez, the club is looking at ways to improve their defense even more. Pat Connaughton, Cam Payne, and the No. 35 selection are potential trade components.
* Dejounte Murray’s Future with the Hawks: The Atlanta Hawks may approach Dejounte Murray in a manner similar to how they handled John Collins, who they held onto for longer than anticipated. The Lakers, who will have more future selections available for trade, may be able to negotiate a better deal than the Hawks, who are willing to part with a high draft pick for Murray.
