On February 16, Beijing time, Michael Scotto of the American media "Hoopshype" further exposed the operation of each team before the trade deadline, and updated the progress in the buyout market, in which the Rockets are eyeing Noel, Zhuang Shencheng is fragrant, and the Suns are still to pick up leaks.
Zhuang Shen into fragrant gluttony
Johnson has proven himself this season, averaging 13.8 points and 17 rebounds per game in nine games he started the game, which has caught the attention of several teams before the trade deadline.
The Lakers, Rockets and Suns were all interested in acquiring him, and the Mavericks and Greens even made offers around Zhuang Shen at one point.
Philadelphia's trade with the Bulls was still in discussion until a few hours before the trade deadline, and Philadelphia wanted to bring in Zhuangshen to consolidate the inside rotation if Embiid was injured, but the Bulls stopped the deal, and their asking price for Zhuang Shen was three second-round picks.
Why did Gallinari join the Bucks?
Before entering the buyout market, Gallinari was determined to join a championship-level team and get a role where he could make a consistent contribution.
Before signing with the Bucks, the Suns, Clippers, Cavaliers and Bulls were interested in acquiring him, and Gallinari hesitated for many days between the Clippers and the Bucks before finally deciding to reunite with former coach Rivers.
The two worked together during their time with the Clippers, during which he averaged 19.8 points per game, shooting a career-high 46.3 percent from the field and rebounding a career-high 6.1.
In contrast, the Clippers have a full roster and need to cut a player to sign Gallinari, a role that the Clippers have never been able to identify, and there is no internal determination within the team if there is a player in the buyout market who is worthy of such an operation.
After acquiring Thaddeus Young, the Suns fell out of Gallinari's considerations, the Cavaliers couldn't protect Gallinari's role, and the Bulls weren't reasonable title contenders.
When did Thaddeus Young officially join the Suns?
According to ESPN, Thaddeus Young is not expected to officially sign with the Suns until after All-Star Weekend.
Before agreeing to join the Suns, many teams such as the 76ers, Pelicans, and Green Army were interested in Saidadus Young.
After joining the Suns, Thaddeus Young is expected to get a steady rotation time at the No. 4 and No. 5 spots.
The sun still has to pick up the leak
After acquiring Thaddeus Young, the Suns are still looking at the buyout market to try to pick up the leak, and Wizards guard Drond Wright is the Suns' top target.
In the four games leading up to the All-Star Weekend, Deron Wright gradually fell out of the Wizards' rotation, averaging just 4.6 minutes per game.
The Rockets set their sights on Noel
The Rockets, Knicks and Hornets are interested in Noel, and the Rockets have been interested in bringing in a center, and after missing out on Johnson and Gafford Town, Houston has set its sights on Noel, who has 10 years of career experience.
The Knicks had considered Noel before signing Gibson to a second 10-day contract, and Thibodeau liked him very much, and now Gibson's contract is about to expire, and if the Knicks want to keep Gibson, they must sign until the end of the season.
Hornets center Mark Williams is plagued by a back injury and will need to be evaluated in three weeks, and the team is looking to add depth to the center rotation before then.
Buyout market other possibilities
A buyout by Fournier is unlikely, and he's excited to join the Pistons, who have averaged 25 minutes per game since joining the Pistons, and the Pistons have also stated plans to keep the veteran.
Bertans has also received regular bench rotation time for the Hornets, and with the Hornets winning three straight games, the likelihood of Bertans being bought out has decreased.