The move gives the Suns another 3-and-D in Cody Martin to help their rather porous defense. Alongside Nick Richards, it's part a concentrated effort to build a defensive identity around their three stars.
In a big to build some cap flexibility with Jaren Jackson Jr's extension coming up in the near future. Additionally, Smart had suited up for just 39 games so parting ways made sense for a roster spot. The Wizards get a few trade assets and Colby Jones as a potential developmental piece and a first-rounder for a few seconds.
In an effort to improve their off-the-bench offense and add to their defensive identity, the Clippers chose to part ways with Terance Mann and Bones Hyland in exchange of Bogdan Bogdanovic, giving the Hawks two pieces to build alongside Trae Young.
The Hawks made a rather puzzling move, swapping Hunter for Levert. But for the Cavs, it was the perfect move as they finally have a big win alongside their other 4 starters to make a legitimate Finals push.
After nearly a year of speculation, Brandon Ingram finally got out of New Orleans with the Raptors building elite wing depth with RJ Barrett, BI, and Scottie Barnes.
Parting ways with Dalton Knecht and Cam Reddish, the Los Angeles Lakers got their big man for the now and for the future in Mark Williams, while the Hornets got two first-rounders and two quality pieces in exchange.
A move green-lit by Giannis Antetokounmpo himself, the Bucks traded for a healthier third-wheel in Kyle Kuzma who could offer better defense and rebounding alongside Dame, Giannis, and Brook Lopez.
After months of attempts trying to add another star next to Steph Curry, the Golden State Warriors finally got into the Jimmy Butler business with Miami getting a certified All-Star back in Andrew Wiggins along with draft compensation.
A fever dream for Sacramento since he first got out of Minnesota, the Kings landed and reunited Zach LaVine with DeMar DeRozan. In exchange, a disgruntled De'Aaron Fox was able to make it to his desired team in the Spurs and now has the next decade to form an unstoppable duo next to Victor Wembanyama.
The most shocking trade in NBA history saw the Los Angeles Lakers part ways with Anthony Davis, Max Christie, and a first-round pick in exchange for Markieff Morris, Maxi Kleber, and...Does that say Luka Doncic? The perplexing decision by the Mavericks gave Los Angeles its superstar for the next decade and set up the City of Angels perfectly.
