On January 14, Beijing time, the Eagles and the Knicks reached a deal. The Hawks received protection first-round picks from Knox, the 2022 Hornets, and the Knicks received Redish, Solomon Hill and the second-round picks for 2025. The Pistons and Nuggets' deal for Pol-Pol was cancelled because Pol-Pol failed to pass a medical examination. Bleacher Report Jake Fischer also reported on the league's latest trading developments, summarized below -
The Lakers have the potential to trade Howard
The Lakers lack trading chips, but that hasn't stopped them from exploring options. In addition to draft picks, the only non-base salary chips that Pelinka can currently trade are Horton Tucker and Nunn. But such a combination of offers should not be enough to get the Pistons' Grant or the Pacers' Turner. Sources revealed that the Lakers have called other teams to assess the value of the deal for Jordan Jr., Howard and Bazemore. Jordan Jr. and Bazemore are the deal options that have been reported in the US media before, and now Howard has joined in. Recently, the Lakers have focused their tactical focus on the small-ball lineup, and Howard's playing time is very unstable.
The Nets plan to send Jerwan Carter away
The Nets are exploring a plan to trade backup guard Jervan Carter. The Nets also have two trade exceptions of $6.7 million and $11.5 million that can be used together. So far this season, Jerwan Carter has played in 32 games, averaging 2.7 points, 1.5 rebounds and 0.9 assists per game, shooting only 29.4% from the field, which is not in line with the Nets' needs. Obviously, the team needs stronger guards to share the worries of Harden and Irving.
The 76ers explore multiple trades with Simmons
Although the Hawks are interested in Simmons, Collins is not considered a chip that can be exchanged directly for Simmons. Sources reveal that the 76ers are still discussing a possible multi-party deal with the Kings, Pacers, and Timberwolves, Harris. All three teams have been Steady Suitors for Simmons since the offseason, and Philadelphia's trade goal remains to find an All-Star-caliber partner for Embiid again.
Harris's departure from Philadelphia was difficult
Rumors of Harris' deal are growing, with even media reports that 76 want to package him and Simmons. However, his salary is high after all, and there are not many stars in this salary level available for trading in the league. Philadelphia hasn't actively peddled him, but if you can find a stand-in for him in the big forward position, you can also consider it. After all, only Embiid in Philadelphia is non-selling. Sources reveal that Collins of the Hawks and Barnes of the Kings are both on the scope of the talk. Wall's chances of leaving the Rockets through a trade are slim to none, Love enjoys the Cavaliers' new environment, and departures are likely to decline.
The Hawks only Yang and Capela are non-selling
Sources revealed that the Hawks' non-selling products are only Trae Young and Capela. The outside world believes that the Hawks are willing to send Hunter away, if they can exchange him for a good veteran. Hunter is the number four show of 2019. This season, Hunter averaged 11.2 points and 2.6 rebounds per game, shooting 44.3 percent from the field and 42.9 percent from three-point range. Gallinari could also be sent away because his salary next season is only guaranteed at $5 million.
The Trail Blazers' backcourt is subject to change
The recent outbreak of Anfenni Simmons has also made the future of McCollum and Powell uncertain in the Blazers. Executives from other teams generally agree that Powell, who just signed for five years last year, $90 million is more valuable, and powell himself is open to deals. He's willing to play for other teams, and last offseason he spoke to multiple teams, including the Pelicans.
In addition to the above transaction dynamics, Jake Fischer also revealed that the Raptors are willing to trade Boucher, whose contract expires, and the Magic will have Terrance Rose, Gary Harris, and Bamba on the shelves, and the asking price is a first-round pick. However, it is believed that magic is also likely to accept two second-round offers. The Hornets are willing to send PJ-Washington away, and the Timberwolves are still looking for Downs' frontcourt partner and are willing to give away Beasley for this. With a trade deadline of less than a month away, NBA teams are seizing the time to negotiate, trying to upgrade the lineup or hoard chips for the future.