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James Harden Traded to Cleveland Cavaliers
James Harden was traded from the Clippers to the Cavaliers for Darius Garland and a second-round pick, aiming to boost Cleveland's Eastern Conference playoff push. Coach Kenny Atkinson is confident Harden's style will mesh with Donovan Mitchell despite isolation concerns. This all-in move addresses Mitchell's future amid free agency pressures.
Cavaliers Add Dennis Schr枚der and Keon Ellis
Cleveland acquired Dennis Schr枚der and Keon Ellis by trading De'Andre Hunter and Lonzo Ball, shedding underperforming contracts. These additions bring feistiness and flexibility to a high-cost roster. The moves position the Cavs for postseason contention.
Anthony Davis Dealt from Dallas Mavericks
The Mavericks traded Anthony Davis, receiving minimal returns like protected picks from OKC and Golden State, plus Khris Middleton's expiring deal. This salary dump leaves Dallas with few remnants of their Finals team. Critics call it a poor return for the centerpiece asset.
Warriors Acquire Kristaps Porzingis
Golden State traded for Kristaps Porzingis instead of Giannis Antetokounmpo, adding spacing and rim protection next to Draymond Green. Porzingis averages 17.1 points but has health issues from POTS, limiting his games. Fans are disappointed it wasn't a bigger star.
Bucks Stand Pat Amid Giannis Uncertainty
Milwaukee made no major moves despite trade rumors swirling around Giannis Antetokounmpo, who posted he's not leaving. The Bucks added minor pieces like Ousmane Dieng and focus on draft position with Giannis injured. Executives praise holding for better offseason leverage.
Pacers Trade for Ivica Zubac
Indiana sent Bennedict Mathurin and two first-round picks, including a protected 2029 pick, to the Clippers for center Ivica Zubac. This bolsters their frontcourt for a Finals push once Tyrese Haliburton recovers from Achilles injury. Clippers gain future assets.
Celtics Trade for Nikola Vucevic
Boston acquired veteran center Nikola Vucevic from Chicago in exchange for Anfernee Simons, strengthening their thin big-man rotation. Vucevic, 35, gets a rare playoff shot in his 15th season. The Celtics executed cost-saving trades avoiding luxury tax while improving.
Suns Bolster Depth with Coffey and Anthony
Phoenix added Amir Coffey and Cole Anthony from Milwaukee in exchange for Nick Richards and Nigel Hayes-Davis. These rotation players enhance playoff depth in the West. The Suns remain contenders post-deadline.
NBA Schedule: Multiple Games on February 7
Today's slate includes Wizards at Nets (3pm ET), Rockets at Thunder (3:30pm), Hawks vs Nuggets (7:30pm), and more. Standouts feature OKC (40-12) hosting Houston (31-18) and Warriors at Suns (8:30pm). Projected lineups and odds are available for fantasy players.
Warriors Face Lakers Tonight
Golden State visits LeBron James and the Lakers on February 7, pitting All-Star guards against each other. This post-deadline matchup tests recent roster changes for both teams. Warriors seek to build momentum.
Jazz Accelerate Rebuild with Young Core
Utah bolsters its young roster with Keyonte George, Walker Kessler, Ace Bailey, and Lauri Markkanen. Deadline moves position them for faster contention. They traded for assets fitting their timeline.
Wizards Major Deadline Activity Noted
Washington Wizards made surprising trades, adding pieces like Trae Young and Anthony Davis per reports, plus a lottery pick. This signals a new era amid fan frustration with losing. Moves aim to reshape the roster.