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According to Keith Pompey, the Philadelphia 76ers have elected to convert Justin Edwards’ two-way contract to a standard deal (two-year with team option, a formula that will allow the parties to negotiate a new multi-year deal as early as next summer).

The 21-year-old rookie from Kentucky – highly-rated as a high schooler but then disappointing with the Wildcats – so far has been one of the few happy notes of the 76ers’ season.

Thanks to many injuries, Edwards has managed to climb Coach Nurse’s pecking order by showing versatility and talent on both ends of the court.

In 7 games as a starter Edwards has produced 10.3 points and 2.4 assists, shooting 48% from the field and 43%  from long range.

The Washington Wizards are expected to waive center Alex Len, Shams Charania reports.

The Ukrainian big man will sign with the Indiana Pacers.

Len originally joined the Wizards in the trade that also brought Marcus Smart to the Capital team.

The Washington Wizards are expected to waive center Alex Len, who plans to sign with the Indiana Pacers upon clearing waivers, sources tell ESPN. In his 12th NBA season, Len provides frontcourt depth for Pacers. pic.twitter.com/PcpuCpAHkV

— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) February 8, 2025

The Oklahoma City Thunder plan to release Daniel Theis, as reported by Michael Scotto.

The big man started the season at the Pelicans, averaging 4.3 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 16 minutes.

The Los Angeles Clippers trade Terance Mann and Bones Hyland to the Atlanta Hawks for Bogdan Bogdanovic and three second-round picks.

The 32-year-old Serbian guard leaves the Hawks after four and a half seasons.

The Hawks get a swingman better suited to play with Trae Young, and save about 2 million for this season. An aspect that should not be underestimated since the franchise is very close to the Luxury Tax threshold.

The Cleveland Cavs strengthen the perimeter with the arrival of De’Andre Hunter from the Atlanta Hawks for Caris LeVert, Georges Niang, three second-round picks and two ‘pick-swaps,’ reports Shams Charania.

The forward was scoring 19 points (46% FG, 39% 3P) in 28 minutes per game playing as the Hawks sixth man.

In all likelihood Hunter will be the 5th in the Cavs’ Starting Five along with Garland, Mitchell, Mobley and Allen.

The Atlanta Hawks are trading forward De’Andre Hunter to the Cleveland Cavaliers for Caris LeVert, Georges Niang, three second-round picks and two swaps, sources tell ESPN. pic.twitter.com/5fpE4LJzpK

— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) February 6, 2025

The Phoenix Suns continue to make moves, trading center Jusuf Nurkic–out of the rotation for a long time–and a 2026 first-round pick to the Charlotte Hornets for wing Cody Martin, point guard Vasilije Micic and a 2026 second-round pick.

The Arizona team’s intentions regarding the Serbian point guard, who in the event of a buyout could spark a bidding war between Euroleague teams, are still unclear.
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The Phoenix Suns are trading Jusuf Nurkic and a 2026 first-round pick to the Charlotte Hornets for Cody Martin, Vasilije Micic and a 2026 second-round pick, sources tell ESPN. pic.twitter.com/epRJty7lid

— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) February 6, 2025

“From what I’m told, there are multiple teams making really aggressive calls to the Suns on Kevin Durant.”

This is how insider Shams Charania responds when asked about the very last hours of the NBA market before the Trade Deadline.

The forward, who has not requested a trade, made it known yesterday that he is not interested in returning to the Warriors, but his intentions regarding other destinations are unclear.

“From what I'm told, there are multiple teams making really aggressive calls to the Suns on Kevin Durant.”@ShamsCharania on what he’s watching as the trade deadline approaches 👀 pic.twitter.com/Hwd6N48mGg

— ESPN (@espn) February 6, 2025

The Houston Rockets have acquired guard Jaden Springer from the Boston Celtics, along with a 2030 second-round pick and a protected 2027 second-round pick. In return, Boston receives a protected 2031 second-round pick.

Houston adds backcourt depth with the promising Springer, while the Celtics gain future draft flexibility with the 2031 protected pick.

The Houston Rockets acquired guard Jaden Springer from the Boston Celtics along with a 2030 second-round pick and a protected 2027 second-round pick in exchange for a protected 2031 second-round pick.

— Michael Scotto (@MikeAScotto) February 6, 2025

The Toronto Raptors have traded Davion Mitchell to the Miami Heat in exchange for PJ Tucker, a second-round pick, and cash considerations, per ESPN.

This deal adds veteran leadership and defensive grit to the Raptors with Tucker’s return, while the Heat acquire Mitchell to boost their backcourt depth, leveraging his defensive skills and playmaking potential.

The Golden State Warriors are in ongoing discussions with the Chicago Bulls regarding a trade for Nikola Vucevic, per Brian Windhorst of ESPN. The Warriors are looking to upgrade at center, with Vucevic considered one of the top available options.

Following the addition of Jimmy Butler and with Jonathan Kuminga and Draymond Green in the frontcourt, Golden State needs more floor spacing. Vucevic fits that need perfectly, shooting 39.4% from three on 4.6 attempts per game this season.

Vucevic re-signed with the Bulls during the 2023 offseason on a three-year, $60 million deal through the 2025-26 season. The Warriors have several expiring contracts that could be part of the trade package.

The Philadelphia 76ers have traded Reggie Jackson and a 2026 first-round pick to the Washington Wizards in exchange for Jared Butler and four second-round picks, per Marc Stein and Michael Scotto.

The deal provides the Sixers with added flexibility through draft assets, while the Wizards gain a veteran presence in Jackson and a valuable first-round pick to support their rebuilding efforts.

The Atlanta Hawks have been fielding offers for De’Andre Hunter, with the Cleveland Cavaliers emerging as the frontrunners to land the forward, per Chris Mannix. Known for his defensive prowess and scoring ability, Hunter would be a key addition for the Cavs as they aim to strengthen their roster ahead of the playoffs.

Talks are ongoing and could heat up as the trade deadline approaches, though other teams remain interested in the versatile forward.

The Golden State Warriors might not be done making moves, according to Brian Windhorst on ESPN’s Get Up. Windhorst reports that the Warriors have several expiring contracts they could use in trades and are looking for a big man who can shoot, with Nikola Vucevic of the Chicago Bulls being a potential target.

Following the acquisition of Jimmy Butler, Golden State appears committed to strengthening the roster even further, aiming for a player who can provide both interior presence and perimeter shooting. The next few hours could be crucial ahead of the trade deadline.

The chances of the Washington Wizards trading Khris Middleton before Thursday’s trade deadline are almost zero, per Joshua B. Robbins. The team views Middleton, an NBA champion with the Bucks in 2021 and an Olympic gold medalist, as a key mentor and role model for their young roster.

His experience and leadership will be vital for Washington’s rebuilding process, both on and off the court, as the team focuses on player development.

The Memphis Grizzlies have been engaged in trade talks involving Marcus Smart, with several teams showing interest, per Ian Begley.

The 30-year-old guard is under contract through next season, earning $21.5 million, and discussions are expected to continue into Thursday ahead of the trade deadline.

Memphis faces key financial decisions this offseason, including the potential re-signing of Santi Aldama, making Smart’s possible departure a move to create salary cap flexibility.

The Orlando Magic have reached out to the Chicago Bulls to inquire about Coby White’s availability, per Ian Begley.

White, having a strong season, has garnered interest from multiple teams, with Orlando particularly keen on adding a dynamic, sharp-shooting guard to their backcourt.

The New York Knicks have traded Jericho Sims to the Milwaukee Bucks in exchange for Delon Wright, as part of the deal involving Kyle Kuzma and Khris Middleton, per HoopsHype.

Sims, who had drawn interest from the Lakers, Clippers, and Bucks, will provide Milwaukee with added athleticism in the frontcourt.

For the Knicks, Wright’s arrival adds valuable experience and defensive versatility to the backcourt. The deal benefits both teams: Milwaukee boosts its frontcourt rotation, while New York strengthens its guard depth.

The New Orleans Pelicans have traded Brandon Ingram to the Toronto Raptors for Bruce Brown, Kelly Olynyk, a first-round pick, and a second-round pick, per Shams Charania.

Ingram, sidelined since December with a left ankle injury, will become an unrestricted free agent this summer.

Despite injury concerns, Ingram has averaged over 20 points per game in six seasons, ranking third in franchise history with 23 PPG in New Orleans.

Brown and Olynyk, both dealing with recent injuries, add valuable depth and experience to the Pelicans’ lineup.

The Los Angeles Lakers have acquired Mark Williams from the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish, an unprotected 2031 first-round pick, and a 2030 pick swap, per Shams Charania. Williams, a 7-footer out of Duke, is averaging a career-high 15.6 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks this season.

This move fills the frontcourt gap left after the blockbuster trade for Luka Doncic. Despite durability concerns—having played only 40% of possible games in his career—Williams brings elite rebounding and interior presence that could be pivotal for L.A.’s playoff push.

The Philadelphia 76ers are trading KJ Martin to the Detroit Pistons, along with a 2027 second-round pick (via Milwaukee) and a 2031 second-round pick (via Dallas), per league sources.

As detailed in reports, Detroit will absorb Martin’s contract using their nearly $8 million room exception. This deal gives the Sixers more financial flexibility, while the Pistons acquire an athletic young forward for their rotation.

Philadelphia is sending a 2027 second-rounder via Milwaukee and a 2031 second-rounder from Dallas to Detroit and the Pistons, as laid out in our story last night, will absorb Martin’s contract into their room exception worth nearly $8 million. https://t.co/x6bfk0pPOP

— Marc Stein (@TheSteinLine) February 5, 2025

The Milwaukee Bucks have acquired Kyle Kuzma from the Washington Wizards in exchange for Khris Middleton, AJ Johnson, and a pick swap, per Shams Charania. Milwaukee also receives Patrick Baldwin Jr. and second-round draft compensation. This move solidifies a new Big 3 featuring Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard, and Kuzma, as the Bucks aim to strengthen their title push in the Eastern Conference.

Breaking: The Milwaukee Bucks are trading Khris Middleton, AJ Johnson and a pick swap to the Washington Wizards for Kyle Kuzma, Patrick Baldwin Jr. and second-round draft compensation, sources tell ESPN. pic.twitter.com/hCOzqqqUXE

— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) February 5, 2025

The Cleveland Cavaliers are engaged in trade discussions with the Atlanta Hawks, centering around De’Andre Hunter and Caris LeVert, per Chris Fedor. Multiple sources confirm that Cleveland has expressed interest in Hunter, while Atlanta is considering a move for LeVert, a key piece in the Cavs’ rotation. LeVert, a free-agent-to-be, has a strong connection with Kenny Atkinson, who coached him in Brooklyn. Talks are ongoing as Cleveland explores ways to strengthen its roster for the remainder of the season.

The Cleveland Cavaliers and Atlanta Hawks have had trade talks centered around De’Andre Hunter and Caris LeVert, per @ChrisFedor

“Multiple sources tell https://t.co/8etPWhmLRw that the Cavaliers have expressed interest in Hawks sixth man De’Andre Hunter. Those talks with… pic.twitter.com/mLgA2Kc7ad

— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) February 5, 2025

Bradley Beal is set to remain with the Phoenix Suns past the trade deadline. According to sources close to him, “there are currently no talks about him waiving the clause, and he expects to remain in Phoenix.

“ The team, currently 10th in the West at 25-24, is looking for ways to strengthen its core. One option could involve Kevin Durant, whose trade could open the door for Jimmy Butler, a long-time Suns target.

However, Phoenix has sent mixed signals about its willingness to trade Durant, depending on the negotiating team.

Source: The Athletic

The Washington Wizards are actively looking to acquire future draft picks, according to The Athletic. The team holds a $12.4 million traded player exception, obtained from last year’s Daniel Gafford trade to the Dallas Mavericks, which expires on February 10. Washington is willing to use it to absorb salaries and act as a facilitator in a multi-team deal—provided they receive valuable draft assets in return.

Additionally, the Wizards are open to trading Malcolm Brogdon and Marvin Bagley III, both on expiring contracts, as well as Richaun Holmes, whose $13.3 million salary for next season is only partially guaranteed at $250,000. With the trade deadline fast approaching, Washington is focused on maximizing its assets for long-term rebuilding.

Source: The Athletic

The Philadelphia 76ers are reviewing trade options for KJ Martin and, as reported by Kyle Neubeck, have listed him out for tonight’s game to prevent any injury risks with a trade pending.

Martin is currently expected to be moved before the trade deadline, with the Sixers looking to maximize his value in the market. The potential destination and return package remain to be seen.

Source: Kyle Neubeck

The Phoenix Suns have Draymond Green on their trade radar in discussions with the Golden State Warriors, according to The Athletic. However, early exploratory talks have met with an “exorbitant” asking price from Golden State, which is demanding significant future assets.

Green has a strong relationship with Suns owner Mat Ishbia, both Michigan State alumni, and Phoenix views the four-time All-Star as an ideal addition for toughness and leadership. Whether the Suns are willing to meet the Warriors’ steep demands remains to be seen.

Source: The Athletic