NBA Trade Deadline 2024: Latest Updates and Potential Moves
The NBA trade deadline is fast approaching, set to take place at 3 p.m. ET on Thursday. As the clock ticks down, teams are scrambling to make moves that will shape the final stretch of the 2023-24 regular season and beyond. While trade activity has been relatively slow leading up to this point, with the biggest trades occurring earlier in the season, there is still potential for major moves in the coming hours.
One player generating significant interest is Atlanta guard Dejounte Murray, who sat out Wednesday’s game due to lower back tightness. The Los Angeles Lakers and Milwaukee Bucks are among the teams that have expressed interest in acquiring Murray. The Lakers, in particular, are eager to make a move that will satisfy their star player, LeBron James.
So far this season, there have been several notable trades. On February 8th, the Milwaukee Bucks acquired guard Patrick Beverley from the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Cam Payne and a 2027 second-round pick. The Bucks were in search of defensive help on the perimeter and also pursued Utah’s Kris Dunn, who has been instrumental in Utah’s turnaround.
The Phoenix Suns made a three-team deal on the same day, trading for guard Royce O’Neale. In exchange, they sent three second-round picks and salary to the Brooklyn Nets. The Suns hope that O’Neale’s scoring ability, averaging 7.4 points and shooting 36.6% from 3-point range, will provide a boost to their offense.
The Toronto Raptors made a significant move by trading guard Dennis Schroder and forward Thad Young to the Brooklyn Nets for guard Spencer Dinwiddie. This trade was aimed at strengthening the Raptors’ roster and adding depth to their backcourt.
The Charlotte Hornets also made a trade on February 8th, sending forward P.J. Washington and two second-round draft picks to the Dallas Mavericks for Grant Williams, Seth Curry, and a 2027 first-round draft pick. This move was intended to bolster the Hornets’ offense and provide scoring options alongside their seventh-ranked offense.
In another trade, the Oklahoma City Thunder acquired forward Gordon Hayward from the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for Tre Mann, Davis Bertans, Vasilije Micic, and draft considerations. The Thunder, currently tied for first in the Western Conference with a record of 35-16, hope that Hayward’s skills will contribute to their playoff run.
The Washington Wizards and Dallas Mavericks also made a trade, with the Wizards sending center Daniel Gafford to the Mavericks in exchange for Richaun Holmes and draft considerations. This move was aimed at strengthening both teams’ frontcourt.
The Utah Jazz traded center Kelly Olynyk and guard Ochai Agbaji to the Toronto Raptors for Kira Lewis, Otto Porter, and a 2024 first-round pick. This trade provides the Jazz with additional depth and versatility.
The Philadelphia 76ers dealt guard Danuel House to the Detroit Pistons, creating salary-cap flexibility for the Sixers. In return, the Pistons acquired a valuable player who can contribute to their roster.
The Philadelphia 76ers also acquired guard Buddy Hield from the Indiana Pacers in exchange for Marcus Morris, Furkan Korkmaz, and multiple second-round picks. This trade addresses the Sixers’ need for additional outside shooting.
On February 7th, the Detroit Pistons traded guard Monte Morris to the Minnesota Timberwolves for guards Shake Milton and Troy Brown Jr. and a second-round pick. Morris, a veteran guard, is expected to provide valuable experience to the Timberwolves.
The Boston Celtics made a move to strengthen their depth by acquiring forward Xavier Tillman from the Memphis Grizzlies in exchange for Lamar Stevens and two second-round draft picks. Tillman’s versatility and defensive skills will be valuable additions to the Celtics’ roster.
The Detroit Pistons reached a deal to acquire forward Simone Fontecchio from the Utah Jazz in exchange for forward Kevin Knox, a 2024 first-round draft pick, and the draft rights to Gabriele Procida. Fontecchio has been a key part of the Jazz’s depth and resurgence this season.
In a swap of injured players, the Memphis Grizzlies sent center Steven Adams to the Houston Rockets for guard Victor Oladipo and three second-round draft picks. While Adams is out for the season due to a knee injury, he is expected to make a full recovery for the 2024-25 season.
These are just some of the trades that have taken place so far this season. As the trade deadline approaches, teams are looking to make moves that will position them for success in the playoffs. Stay tuned for more updates on the latest trades and potential moves as the deadline draws near.
