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Hawks Trade Trae Young to Wizards for McCollum and Kispert
The Atlanta Hawks sent star point guard Trae Young to the Washington Wizards in exchange for veteran guard CJ McCollum and sharpshooting forward Corey Kispert, marking the first major move of the 2026 trade season. This ends the Young era in Atlanta, providing roster balance and flexibility, while Wizards shift their rebuild by adding a proven All-Star to support young talent.
Young, a four-time All-Star, brings offensive firepower despite defensive issues.
Three-Team Trade: Cavs Get Schroder and Ellis
In a three-team deal, the Cleveland Cavaliers acquired guards Dennis Schroder and Keon Ellis from the Kings, enhancing backcourt depth and saving approximately $50 million in luxury tax. The move addresses their slow start despite prior 64-18 record, prioritizing cost-cutting and speed.
Roster could get pricier if re-signing Ellis long-term.
Kings Acquire De'Andre Hunter in Multi-Team Swap
Sacramento Kings received forward De'Andre Hunter from the Cavaliers in the three-team trade, adding a taller two-way player to bolster defense and scoring amid Western Conference struggles. This win-now move follows trading De'Aaron Fox and Sabonis injury issues, aiming to halt losses.
Hunter's contract is larger than Schroder's for 2026-27.
Bulls Take Saric and Picks in Facilitator Role
Chicago Bulls absorbed Dario Saric's expiring $5.4M contract and two future second-round picks without giving up assets, gaining low-risk draft capital. This positions them for flexibility, potentially buyout for Saric, amid youth development with Buzelis and White.
Avoids past tax pitfalls in prior deals.
Hawks Send Vit Krejci to Blazers for Reath and Picks
Atlanta traded sharpshooter Vit Krejci (42% 3PT) to Portland Trail Blazers for center Duop Reath and two second-round picks, including their own 2027 pick. Hawks gain flexibility, planning to waive Reath and add contributors like Koloko.
Blazers address poor 3PT shooting despite high attempts.
Trail Blazers Bolster Shooting with Krejci Acquisition
Portland gained Vit Krejci to fix dead-last 3PT accuracy, supporting their strong season and potential first postseason since 2021 despite injuries. Trade is salary-neutral, but creates roster spots needs for two-way players Cissoko and Love; Thybulle could be moved.
Earned A- grade for value.
Wizards Signal Rebuild Shift with Young Trade
Washington's acquisition of Trae Young marks a 'course correction' from patient youth accumulation under Winger and Dawkins, adding star power with $90M+ cap space. Young likely opts into $49M for 2026-27, enabling extensions or further moves.
Provides max-level room for veterans or picks.
Hawks Gain Roster Flexibility Post-Trades
After deals, Hawks have no player over $31M, allowing re-signs of McCollum, Porzingis, and summer additions without tax risk. Closed Young chapter for balance, regained draft picks.
Atlanta below tax line for more moves.
Cavaliers Prioritize Depth and Savings
Cavs traded higher-salary Hunter for cheaper Schroder/Ellis, cutting $50M tax while adding guard depth behind Mitchell and Mobley. Responds to slow start after championship aspirations.
Potential long-term cost if re-signing Ellis.
Kings Face Uncertainty After Schroder Trade
Sacramento's Hunter addition aims to spark wins post-Fox trade and Sabonis injury, but continued losses could make Sabonis trade bait. Ended 16-year playoff drought earlier but now near West bottom.
Bulls Focus on Youth and Draft Assets
With Giddey boosting offense and Buzelis emerging, Bulls use trade for picks and expiring Saric to build future without major risks. Escapes play-in limbo after LaVine/DeRozan exits.