The NBA trade deadline is nearing, and activity has already been unprecedented.
In the lead-up to the Feb. 6 deadline, all eyes were on the Heat’s situation with Jimmy Butler before the Lakers and Mavericks executed the shocking deal that sent Luka Doncic to Los Angeles and Anthony Davis to Dallas.
As the dust settled from the first blockbuster deal, the Kings swiftly moved De’Aaron Fox to the Spurs in a three-team deal that sent Zach LaVine to Sacramento while the Bulls acquired assets to shift their focus to the future.
With a wild weekend setting the tone, more teams may get in on the action, believing that the right deal might push them into a higher tier of contention. Conversely, a few teams looking to build beyond this year may part ways with win-now talent that no longer fits the short-term plans.
As the deadline approaches, we’ll keep you updated with the latest reporting and chatter concerning movement around the league.
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Jimmy Butler ‘unwilling’ to sign extension with Warriors, potentially killing trade talks
Date: Feb. 2
Source: Brian Windhorst, ESPN
Butler may not be willing to play just anywhere after all.
With Butler’s player option for 2025-26 and impending free agency, interested teams are looking for some type of commitment to ensure they get the most out of a potential trade. Butler “communicated to the Warriors that he’s unwilling to sign an extension there,” per Windhorst.
As such, any interest from Golden State has waned for the moment. If Butler changes course, things could reignite.
MORE: Tracking the latest trade rumors involving Jimmy Butler
Spurs acquire De’Aaron Fox, Kings land Zach LaVine in three-team deal involving Bulls
Date: Feb. 2
Source: Shams Charania, ESPN
In a trade involving seven players and multiple draft picks, Fox gets his wish with a trade to San Antonio to team up with burgeoning superstar Victor Wembanyama. As part of the deal, the Kings will receive LaVine from the Bulls while Chicago received three players and got its own draft pick back.
Spurs receive: De’Aaron Fox, Jordan McLaughlin
Kings receive: Zach LaVine, Sidy Cissoko, 2025 CHO first-round pick (protected 1-14), 2027 SAS unprotected first-round pick, 2031 MIN unprotected first-round pick, three second-round picks (2025 CHI, 2028 DEN, 2028 own)
Bulls receive: Zach Collins, Tre Jones, Kevin Huerter, own 2025 first-round pick back from the Spurs
MORE: De’Aaron Fox trade grades | How De’Aaron Fox deal impacts Victor Wembanyama
LeBron James will remain with Lakers past trade deadline
Date: Feb. 2
Source: NBA insider Chris Haynes
Los Angeles’ big swing to acquire Doncic does not mean its planning to move on from LeBron James, according to Haynes.
Sources: LeBron James intends to remain a member of the Lakers past the Feb. 6 trade deadline, and the relationships behind the blockbuster Luka-AD deal. #haynesbriefs https://t.co/X7H7eQE347 pic.twitter.com/uMTEMUYbDX
— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) February 2, 2025
The Lakers are planning to build around both superstars for the remainder of the 2024-25 season and potentially beyond. With that in mind, the Lakers will shift their focus to players who complement the stars.
Lakers, Mavericks agree to deal centered around Luka Doncic and Anthony Davis
Date: Feb. 2
Source: Official
Trade season kicked off in a major way as the Lakers acquired Luka Doncic, Maxi Kleber and Markieff Morris from the Mavericks in exchange for Max Christie, Anthony Davis and a 2029 first-round pick.
Lakers receive: Luka Doncic, Maxi Kleber and Markieff Morris
Mavericks receive: Anthony Davis, Max Christie and a 2029 Lakers first-round pick
Jazz receive: Jalen Hood-Schifino, two second-round picks
In one of the biggest trades in NBA history, L.A. acquired the 25-year-old superstar to contend now and in the coming years. Dallas is moving on from one of the greatest players in its history to triple-down on an identity built around bigs and dependent on Kyrie Irving’s creation.
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Hawks are in the mix to make a move for Brandon Ingram
Date: Jan. 30
Source: Brian Windhorst, ESPN
While Ingram has been sidelined with an ankle injury, interest in the one-time All-Star is warming up ahead of the deadline, per Windhorst.
New Orleans has long had Ingram on the trade block, and Atlanta has been mentioned as a team to be on the lookout in terms of a team with the potential to make a move. The Hawks are looking for answers following the news that rising star Jalen Johnson will be out for the season with a shoulder injury.
When is the NBA trade deadline?
- Date: Thursday, Feb. 6
- Time: 3 p.m. ET | 12 p.m. PT
The 2025 NBA trade deadline is at 3 p.m. ET on Thursday, Feb. 6.
It is important to note that the deadline is 3 p.m. ET and whatever corresponding time that is for teams in other time zones. All trades must be agreed upon and submitted to the NBA office by 3 p.m. ET.
