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When is the NBA trade deadline in 2026?
The NBA trade deadline is undoubtedly among the most engaging moments within the entire sports calendar.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe Thursday 3 p.m. ET cutoff for trade agreements is expected to spur considerable activity as it approaches.
Teams are required to finalize their rosters by this deadline before the final phase of the regular season. This year's deadline is particularly intense, with numerous high-profile players rumored to be on the trading block.
As the activity intensifies, The Sporting News will monitor rumors, news, and reported transactions leading up to the deadline. Due to the nature of these deals, some may be announced following the deadline.
Continue to follow this coverage to remain informed of all developments.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementLatest NBA trade rumors before 2026 deadline
OKC acquires Draft Rights to Serbian center from Jazz
Date: Feb. 4
Source: CBS Sports
Oklahoma City acquired Balsa Koprivica's rights, selected 57th in the 2021 NBA Draft by Detroit, with rights previously traded to the Clippers and Jazz. The 25-year-old hasn't debuted in the NBA.
Trade buzz surrounding Giannis is heating up
Date: Feb. 4
Source:Shams Charania
Sham Charania tells ESPN that nothing has changed on Giannis' stance about wanting to find a new home; the question is whether they'll pull the trigger now or in the offseason.
Charania also states that the Bucks' decision to keep Antetokounmpo is a direct conflict of interest, as they want to be in contention for a lottery pick.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementMavs still seeking first-round draft pick for Gafford from Hawks
Date: Feb. 4
Source: Jake Fischer
League sources indicate that the Hawks remain interested in trading for Dallas's Daniel Gafford. However, the Mavericks are still looking for a first-round draft pick in exchange for Gafford.
Bobby Marks says we could see a Giannis deal in the next 8 hours
Date: Feb. 4
Source: ESPN
NBA Front Office Insider for ESPN Bobby Marks states, "We're going to know if there’s a Giannis deal in the next 8 hours…. There are a lot of moving parts here, and I think there’s going to have to be a framework of a Giannis-type trade by midnight."
Hawks acquiring Jock Landale from Jazz
Date: Feb. 4
Source: Shams Charania
Sources indicate that the Atlanta Hawks are trading for center Jock Landale from the Utah Jazz in exchange for cash considerations.
Lonzo Ball traded to Jazz, Utah expected to waive
Date: Feb. 4
Source: Shams Charania
Following the acquisition of James Harden, the Cavaliers traded Ball to the Jazz on Wednesday for two second-round picks. Ball, who was acquired from the Bulls in the 2024 offseason, started in three games this season and is averaging under five points per game. He will not be joining a young Utah backcourt led by Keyonte George, but instead is expected to be waived by the Jazz and become a free agent.
Raptors acquire Chris Paul, Nets get Ochai Agbaji
Date: Feb. 4
Source: Shams Charania
In a three team trade, the Clippers have sent Paul to Toronto and are now out of the luxury tax a day after acquiring Darius Garland from the Cavaliers. The third team, Brooklyn, gets Agbaji a 2032 Raptors second-rounder, and cash.
Though, Toronto is not requiring Paul to report to the team and " could still discuss trades involving him over the next day."
Cam Thomas drawing interest from Cavaliers, Bucks
Date: Feb. 4
Source: Michael Scotto
Ahead of the trade deadline, the Nets guard Thomas has drawn interest from two Eastern Conference contenders in Cleveland and Milwaukee. Brooklyn travelled to Orlando ahead of a game against the Magic, with Thomas missing the trip because of "personal reasons."
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementJa Morant 'disinterested' in playing for Kings
Date: Feb. 4
Source: Kelly Iko
Per Iko, Morant and his camp are not intrigued by the opportunity to play in Sacramento, with the Kings interested in bringing the former All-Star in. If he is dealt, the preferred destinations are the Heat and Timberwolves.
Coby White traded to Hornets
Date: Feb. 4
Source: Shams Charania
The moves continue to pile up on Wednesday, with Chicago's first round draft pick from 2019 being shipped to Charlotte. In return, the Bulls acquired Collin Sexton, Ousmane Dieng and three second-round picks.
White is averaging 18.6 points while shooting 44% from the field and joins a Hornets squad that has won seven straight.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementJared McCain traded to Thunder
Date: Feb. 4
Source: Shams Charania
Right after the Davis move, Charania reports that the reigning champions Thunder have traded for McCain, the second-year guard out of Duke, for the Rockets 2026 first round pick and three second rounders.
McCain excelled in his rookie season, emerging as the favorite to win the 2025 NBA Rookie of the Year before suffering a season-ending torn meniscus in December. This season, he has taken a step back, averaging only six points a game while coming off the bench. After a summer further delayed by a torn UCL in his thumb, McCain struggled to reclaim his spot in a crowded 76ers rotation, even spending time with the Delaware Blue Coats in the G League to find his rhythm.
Anthony Davis traded to Wizards
Date: Feb. 4
Source: Shams Charania
The one-year, chaotic Anthony Davis experiment in Dallas is officially over. ESPN's Shams Charania has reported that the Mavericks have traded Davis, along with D'Angelo Russell Jaden Hardy and Dante Exum to the Washington Wizards.
In return, Dallas receives Khris Middleton, AJ Johnson, Malaki Branham, Marvin Bagley III, two first-round picks, and three second-round picks. The trade effectively clears out the remnants of the ill-fated Luka Doncic from 2025 and allows Dallas to fully pivot to a rebuild around 2025 No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg.
Wizards call Kings for Domantas Sabonis-Khris Middleton trade
Date: Feb. 4
Source: Jake Fischer
Stein reported on Wednesday afternoon that Washington has called Sacramento for a trade package centered around Sabonis and Middleton, with Middleton's $33 million expiring salary being the major part of building an offer.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThough, Stein was "told that there has yet to be a trade framework presented to the Kings that would compel them to part with Sabonis … yet."
Mavericks, Raptors active in Anthony Davis trade talks
Date: Feb. 4
Source: Tim MacMahon
Per MacMahon, Dallas and Toronto are engaged in trade talks for Davis. Though no deal is imminent, the Raptors are the team most engaged in these discussions, with the Atlanta Hawks recently becoming dormant.
MacMahon also said "Mavs governor Patrick Dumont has continued to emphasize internally that he does not feel pressure to trade Davis before Thursday's NBA trade deadline."
Grizzlies not treating Morant like Antetokounmpo, Harden
Date: Feb. 4
Source: Kelly Iko
As Memphis searches for a landing spot for its once heralded star, reports have come out that the team is not giving Morant the treatment similar to Giannis Antetokounmpo and James Harden, who communicated with the front office in trade talks. Rather, "the Grizzlies are seeking the best deal strictly for the organization."
Kings strongly connected to Morant
Date: Feb. 4
Source: Kevin O'Connor
According to O'Connor, Sacramento is the team "most strongly connected" to Morant, viewing the guard as someone who could return to star status with a chance of scenery. The Heat are also among the teams involved, but Sacramento has emerged as one of the most viable destinations.
Bulls looking to trade Mike Conley
Date: Feb. 4
Source: Bobby Marks
After acquiring Conley on Tuesday, Chicago is exploring options to move the veteran guard. ESPN's Bobby Marks said that "if Conley’s $10.7 million contract is traded and then waived, he could re-sign with the Timberwolves," who he was just traded from.
Antetokounmpo says 'I want to be here, but I want to be here to win’
Date: Feb. 4
Source: Eric Nehm
Nehm, who covers the Bucks for the Athletic, chatted with Antetokounmpo over the phone on Tuesday night in an exclusive story that launched Wednesday morning. The two-time MVP stated that he does not want to leave Milwaukee, saying “On what planet, on what Earth, would somebody want to leave this?”
“Brother, if you ask me deep down what I want today, I want to be a Milwaukee Buck for the rest of my career,” Antetokounmpo said in the story. “I want to win here, another championship. And if you can tell me that’s possible, let’s just hang up the phone.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementBut, Antetokounmpo also said that he wants to be in a place where he can win. If he was convinced the Bucks could compete next season, he would commit; but as Nehm stated, it would require quite a turnaround.
Lastly, Antetokounpo said he wants to compete, stating that there are fewer chances in front of him to win his second NBA championship.
“I just want to go back to that as soon as I can, because I feel like we’re running out of chances, running out of time. Like, how long would your prime be? If I’m lucky, let’s say 36, 37. If I take the LeBron James route, maybe 41, but let’s be realistic here. … Father Time is undefeated.”
Grizzlies drop asking price for Ja Morant
Date: Feb. 4
Source: Marc Stein and Jake Fischer
According to Stein and Fischer, "multiple rival teams have said this week that the Grizzlies' asking price for Morant has dropped dramatically, with Memphis officials apparently eager now to just move on from its longtime Face of the Franchise." Reports say that the team is ready to go for a full-on rebuild with Zach Edey and Cedric Coward as the center.
Momentum shifting towards Bucks keeping Giannis Antetokounmpo
Date: Feb. 4
Source: Brian Windhorst
Wednesday morning on ESPN's "Get Up!," Windhorst said that he's not seeing a lot of momentum towards the Bucks trading Antetokounmpo at the trade deadline. He said that both the Heat and Timberwolves are finding ways to improve their offers, while the Knicks are not real contenders at the moment.
"The best standing offer that I’m aware of belongs to the Golden State Warriors, but I’m not seeing a lot of momentum towards Milwaukee making a Giannis move," Windhorst said. "It is only Wednesday, we have enough day and a half, but I think Milwaukee is seriously considering staying put."
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementBucks reluctant to take on Draymond Green in Antetokounmpo deal
Date: Feb. 4
Source: Marc Stein
As Giannis Antetokounmpo trade talks continue, the Bucks are hesitant to take on Draymond Green’s contract, which includes a $27.6 million player option for next season. Milwaukee prefers sending Green to a third team, according to Marc Stein, but his contract complicates those chances.
LeBron James to finish season with Lakers
Date: Feb. 4
Source: Dave McMenamin
Despite speculation the Lakers could break up their Luka Doncic-LeBron James duo now, James is expected to finish out the season with L.A., ESPN’s Dave McMenamin reports. James is undecided on playing in 2026-27.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementGrizzlies likely to lower asking price for Ja Morant
Date: Feb. 3
Source: Kelly Iko
Memphis appears toe be entering a rebuild after trading Jaren Jackson Jr., so it's logical that they may be more amenable to Morant's asking price.
Cavaliers shopping Lonzo Ball
Date: Feb. 3
Source: Jake Fischer
After acquiring Harden, the Cavs' next move appears to be trying to shed Ball's $10 million salary. Ball is producing career-low numbers across the board in his first season in Cleveland.
Clippers trade James Harden to Cavaliers for Darius Garland
Date: Feb. 3
Source: Shams Charania
The full deal is Harden for Garland and a second-round pick, per Charania. Harden gets a chance to win in Cleveland while Garland starts fresh in Los Angeles.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementLeBron expected to remain a Laker through the end of the season
Date: Feb. 3
Source: Dave McMeniman
James and Los Angeles appear headed for a divorce, but that likely won't come until the offseason. Instead, James will stay with the Lakers as the team aims to make a championship run.
Warriors actively trying to trade Draymond Green
Date: Feb. 3
Source: Anthony Slater, ESPN
Golden State is involving longtime Warrior Draymond Green in "active trade conversations," per Slater. Green is also "well aware" that his tenure in Golden State could be coming to an end and his future is uncertain with the franchise.
Cavaliers linked to Giannis Antetokounmpo, Anthony Davis
Date: Feb. 3
Source: Brian Windhorst, ESPN
ESPN NBA analyst Brian Windhorst reported that the Cleveland Cavaliers have reached out to the Bucks about Antetokounmpo, and to the Mavericks inquiring about Anthony Davis. The latter is still injured, but the move would help Cleveland acquire him, and he would possibly return for a late-season playoff push and a possible postseason run.
Mavericks will listen to offers for Klay Thompson
Date: Feb. 3
Source: Christian Clark, The Athletic
The Mavericks enter February 3 with a 19-30 record, sitting in 12th place in the Western Conference standings. As Clark notes, Thompson was brought in to pair with Luka Doncic, who has since been traded. He has one more year left on his contract and the Mavericks will listen to offers, per Clark's report.
Giannis 'likely' to remain with Bucks past trade deadline
Date: Feb. 3
Source: Jake Fischer
Jake Fischer reports that Giannis Antetokounmpo "likely" will remain with the Bucks through the NBA trade deadline. Even if that is the case, Milwaukee could revisit a trade in the offseason.
Clippers, James Harden working together to find new home
Date: Feb. 2
Source: Shams Charania
The veteran point guard could be on the move once again, as Los Angeles is shopping him. Harden is likely looking to join a contender, while the Clippers slow start to the season put them behind most of the league in the standings.
Cavaliers, Clippers have discussed James Harden-Darius Garland exchange
Date: Feb. 2
Source: Chris Mannix
Mannix describes the two sides as having "advanced talks," which would send Harden to Cleveland for Garland. Harden didn't play for the Clippers on Monday night, as head coach described Harden's absence as for personal reasons.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementDamian Lillard trying to recruit Giannis to Portland
Date: Feb. 2
Source: Jake Fischer
Lillard has a strong relationship with Antetokounmpo from their time together in Milwaukee, and now the point guard wants Antetokounmpo to join him in Portland.
LeBron James, Lakers 'ready to move on'
Date: Feb. 2
Source: Jake Fischer
Fischer adds that the two sides seem resigned to a separation after eight years together, although that is more likely to come in the offseason when James hits free agency.
The Timberwolves are being extremely aggressive in pursuing Giannis Antetokounmpo
Date: Feb. 2
Source: Brian Windhorst and Shams Charania
"The most aggressive team in the West right now is the Minnesota Timberwolves," said Brian Windhorst. "They are in the game for Giannis, and the Timberwolves are being aggressive. If they don't make what I would call a Hail Mary Giannis deal, I think they are aggressively looking to upgrade their backcourt."
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementShams Charania also appeared on ESPN and shared the same reports that Minnesota is indeed one of the most aggressive teams in the NBA when it comes to acquiring Antetokounmpo.
Heat "expected" to offer several players, two picks and three pick swaps for Giannis
Date: Feb. 2
Source: Barry Jackson, Miami Herald
Jackson reported that the Miami Heat are expected to offer an extensive trade package for Antetokounmpo. The offer is anticipated to be Tyler Herro, Kel'el Ware, Terry Rozier, young players, 2 1st-round picks and 3 pick swaps, per Jackson. If the Bucks do happen to acquire Rozier, they will have to pay his entire 25-26 salary.
Knicks not heavily pursuing Giannis Antetokounmpo
Date: Feb. 2
Source: ESPN's Brian Windhorst
A day after The Athletic reported that the Knicks are inquiring about Antetokounmpo, ESPN's Brian Windhorst said on "Get Up" Monday morning that, "The Knicks believe in this team.. They believed in this team last summer when Giannis was loosely available in those discussions. They didn't make an aggressive offer at the time of those talks. If they want to win a bidding war now, i think its going to take a 3 or 4 team trade.... That is just not happening. They are not showing that aggression to get Giannis right now and I think thats because they like this team."
Trail Blazers have reported interest in Giannis Antetokounmpo
Date: Feb. 2
Source: The Oregonian
While other teams have been mentioned far more often, the Trail Blazers are among the franchises interested in Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo, The Oregonian reports. The report adds that new owner Tom Dundon is ready and willing to take big swings to win, which makes Portland a wild card in the Antetokounmpo sweepstakes even if a deal might cost All-Star Deni Avdija.
Kings have explored trades involving key scorers
Date: Feb. 2
Source: ESPN
The Kings still have salary cap concerns despite an abysmal 12-39 record, and ESPN reports that has prompted Sacramento explore trades involving Zach LaVine, Domantas Sabonis, DeMar DeRozan, and Malik Monk. The Kings acquired De’Andre Hunter from the Cavaliers on Saturday.
Knicks among teams in on Giannis Antetokounmpo
Date: Feb. 1
Source: The Athletic
The Knicks are one of the teams inquiring about Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo, The Athletic reports, but the Knicks’ inability to fully match what Milwaukee is demanding — premier young players and high draft picks — is a hurdle.
Karl-Anthony Towns not off limits at deadline
Date: Feb. 1
Source: The Athletic
Knicks big man Karl-Anthony Towns is still a trade candidate despite New York’s recent resurgence, The Athletic reports. Towns hasn’t been extended and reportedly has had some hard feelings ever since his name surfaced in Giannis Antetokounmpo trade talks in the offseason.
Knicks ‘trying to find a new home’ for Guerschon Yabusele
Date: Feb. 1
Source: The Athletic
The Knicks have “long been trying to find a new home” for forward Guerschon Yabusele, who has struggled since signing in the offseason. Yabusele could need draft assets attached to him to be dealt, The Athletic reports.
NBA trades completed before 2026 deadline
Bulls trade Nikola Vucevic to Celtics for Anfernee Simons
Date: Feb. 3
Source: Shams Charania
The Bulls are sending Nikola Vucevic and a second-round pick to the Celtics for Anfernee Simons and a second-round pick. The Chicago center is averaging 16.9 points and nine boards per game this season. Simons is averaging 14.2 points, 2.4 rebounds and 2.4 assists per game.
Jazz acquire star forward Jaren Jackson Jr. from Grizzlies, send out three 1st-round picks
Date: Feb. 3
Source: Shams Charania
Utah and Memphis have reportedly agreed to a blockbuster move that will send Jaren Jackson Jr. a former Defensive Player of the Year and two-time All-Star, to the Jazz alongside John Konchar, Jock Landale and Vince Williams Jr., in exchange for Walter Clayton Jr., Kyle Anderson, Taylor Hendricks, Georges Niang and three future first-round picks, per Charania.
It's a significant, rare eight-player deal for the two Western Conference squads. The Jazz land a star big man in his prime to build around alongside Lauri Markkanen and Keyonte George, while the Grizzlies become sellers, potentially becoming more likely to trade Ja Morant. Memphis is also loading up on draft capital.
Bulls, Timberwolves and Pistons pull off three-team swap
Date: Feb. 3
Source: Shams Charania
Jaden Ivey and Mike Conley Jr. will be going to the Bulls. Kevin Huerter and Dario Saric will be moved to the Pistons, and Detroit also gets a 2026 first-round protected swap from the Timberwolves.
Hawks trade Vit Krejci to the Blazers in return for Duop Reath and draft picks
Date: Feb. 1
Source: Shams Charania
The Atlanta Hawks are trading guard Vit Krejci to the Portland Trail Blazers in exchange for Duop Reath and two future second-round selections. The move gives the Hawks the ability to free up roster space, and Atlanta now possesses seven upcoming second-round picks.
Kings acquire De'Andre Hunter from the Kings for Dennis Schroder, Keon Ellis
Date: Jan. 31
Source: Shams Charania
The Cleveland Cavaliers are trading De'Andre Hunter to the Sacramento Kings in exchange for Dennis Schroder and Keon Ellis. This transaction involves three teams: the Chicago Bulls acquire Kings forward Dario Saric and two future second-round draft picks. Additionally, the Bulls are waiving guard Jevon Carter to make room for Saric, according to sources. They also acted as a third team and acquired assets to complete the trade.
Hawks deal Trae Young to the Wizards for CJ McCollum, Corey Kispert
Date: Jan. 7
Source: Shams Charania
The Atlanta Hawks are trading four-time NBA All-Star Trae Young to the Washington Wizards in exchange for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert. The Hawks kick off the trade deadline season with a bang.
NBA trades by team
Atlanta Hawks
CJ McCollum (G) - traded from Wizards
Corey Kispert (F) - traded from Wizards
Duop Reath (C) - traded from Trail Blazers
Jock Landale (C) - traded from Jazz
Boston Celtics
Nikola Vucevic (C) - traded from Bulls
Brooklyn Nets
Ochai Agbaji (G) - traded from Raptors
Charlotte Hornets
Coby White (G) - traded from Bulls
Mike Conley Jr. (G) - traded from Bulls
Chicago Bulls
Dario Saric (F) - traded from Kings
Anfernee Simons (G) - traded from Celtics
Jaden Ivey (G) - traded from Pistons
Collin Sexton (G) - traded from Hornets
Ousmane Dieng (F) - traded from Hornets
Cleveland Cavaliers
Dennis Schroder (G) - traded from Kings
Keon Ellis (G) - traded from Kings
James Harden (G) - traded from Cavaliers
Dallas Mavericks
Khris Middleton (G) - traded from Wizards
Malaki Branham (G) - traded from Wizards
Marvin Bagley III (F) - traded from Wizards
AJ Johnson (G) - traded from Wizards
Denver Nuggets
Detroit Pistons
Kevin Huerter (G) - traded from Bulls
Dario Saric (F) - traded from Bulls
Golden State Warriors
Houston Rockets
Indiana Pacers
LA Clippers
Darius Garland (G) - traded from Cavaliers
Los Angeles Lakers
Memphis Grizzlies
Walter Clayton Jr. (G) - traded from Jazz
Kyle Anderson (F) - traded from Jazz
Taylor Hendricks (F) - traded from Jazz
Georges Niang (F) - traded from Jazz
Three future first-round picks - traded from Jazz
Miami Heat
Milwaukee Bucks
Minnesota Timberwolves
New Orleans Pelicans
New York Knicks
Oklahoma City Thunder
Jared McCain (G) - traded from 76ers
Balsa Koprivica (C) - traded from Jazz
Orlando Magic
Philadelphia 76ers
Phoenix Suns
Portland Trail Blazers
Vit Krejci (G) - traded from Hawks
Sacramento Kings
De'Andre Hunter (F) - traded from Cavs
San Antonio Spurs
Toronto Raptors
Chris Paul (G) - traded from Clippers
Utah Jazz
John Konchar (F) - traded from Grizzlies
Jock Landale (F) - traded from Grizzlies
Vince Williams Jr. (G) - traded from Grizzlies
Washington Wizards
Trae Young (G) - traded from Hawks
Anthony Davis (F) - traded from Mavericks
D'Angelo Russell (G) - traded from Mavericks
Dante Exum (G) - traded from Mavericks
Jaden Hardy (G) - traded from Mavericks
When is the NBA trade deadline?
Date: Thursday, Feb. 5
Time: 3 p.m. ET | 12 p.m. PT
The 2026 NBA trade deadline is at 3 p.m. ET on Thursday, Feb. 5.
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.
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