10 NBA players with a chance to move before the deadline

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The NBA Trade Deadline is 10 days away. With that in mind, we wanted to take a look at the names that have come up the most in transfer rumors lately. Here are the 10 most traded NBA players through February 9.

Jae Crowder

We don’t see how Jae Crowder can improve in Phoenix after February 9th. The veteran winger, who hasn’t played a game with the Suns this year and finds himself in the final year of his contract, no longer has a future with the Cactus, but his profile (rough player who knows how to defend). with 3-point shooting and extensive Playoff experience) is piqued the interest of people around the league. The Bucks – the 2021 NBA champions – are among the franchises trying to secure the services of Crowder, who received permission from the Suns to meet with the veteran before the deadline.

John Collins

Every year in transfer rumours, John Collins almost naturally finds himself on this list. He had a disappointing individual season in Atlanta, the Falcons fell short of expectations heading into the year, and the winds of change are blowing through the franchise with various behind-the-scenes moves. So several NBA franchises are in place, including the Suns and Jazz. Will 2023 finally be Collins’ transfer year? It’s possible, even if the Atlanta franchise suggests it could very well keep its player if no name-worthy offers come from new general manager Landry Fields.

Bojan Bogdanovic

This is one of the “big” names of this period. Bojan Bogdanovic is having a clean season on a poor Pistons team (21.4 ppg on average, almost 50-40-90% shooting), and the Croatian can clearly help ambitious teams in the NBA. Among the franchises that are often associated with Bojan in rumors: Lakers, Mavericks, Cavaliers and several others. Still, the further we go, the more we get the impression that Bogdanovic’s future will be with the Pistons… at least for the rest of the season. The Michigan franchise wants a big deal for the 33-year-old winger (at least an unprotected first-round draft pick) and sees Bojan as an “important member” of the Pistons’ future.

Bones Hyland

Bones Hyland’s name has appeared in rumors recently, but the story of a trade involving him is gaining credibility by the day. Various NBA insiders do agree that the Nuggets are trying to move the sophomore, who wants more playing time with other teams but whose defense has questioned Denver. Transfer is good, but against what? Either a defensive specialist on the wings or an inside or first-round pick to bolster the rotation behind Nikola Jokic.

Cam Reddish

Cam Reddish used his arrival to the Knicks a year ago to explode. Instead, he would have to pack his bags again for the next ten days. The former Atlanta player, unable to find a place in New York coach Tom Thibodeau’s (Cam hasn’t played since Dec. 3) rotation, doesn’t fit the Big Apple franchise’s plans for draft capital (one or). two second-round picks in exchange for a 23-year-old winger). Grayson Allen (Bucks) was also recently mentioned in a potential trade with Reddish.

Jakob Poeltl

More interesting files from Jakob Poeltl. Since we are already talking about a very capable pivot in the current NBA (12 points, 9 rebounds, 3 assists and an average of more than 1), then because he is in the last year of his contract, and finally, the Spurs take different directions in this file. Along those lines, the San Antonio franchise is rumored to want two first-round draft picks for Poeltl, which still seems quite expensive. Will the Spurs lower their demands as the deadline approaches? Will they hold their ground even if it means extending it to $20 million a year? Please reply soon.

Gary Trent Jr.

The Raptors are one of the teams to watch closely at the deadline, as they could decide to move several of their managers to part ways in a rebuilding project centered around Scottie Barnes. Files to watch include those of Fred VanVleet, OG Anunoby, Pascal Siakam, and especially Gary Trent Jr. In this group, GTJ is the player with the highest chance of actually being transferred, he is currently in his final year. contract (he has a player option for the 2023-24 season). His 3&D side is enough to fool some teams like the Lakers in the second half of the season.

Eric Gordon

It’s no secret that Eric Gordon is tired of playing for a team of guys who “don’t develop” in Houston. He’s too old for this Eric bullshit, especially since he can still contribute for a contending franchise (averaging over 12 points this season, 37% career 3-point success). A testament to the ranking he still holds in the NBA, the back of the 34-brush has interest from the Suns, Lakers and Bucks. In return for Gordon, the Rockets have long wanted a first-round draft pick back, but appear willing to lower the bar a bit to make the deal.

Malik Beasley

The Jazz are known to be one of the biggest players at the 2023 Trade Deadline. Virtually anyone outside of Lauri Markkanen and Walker Kessler could be moved to Utah, but some names are more likely to return than others. That’s the case with Mike Conley, Jarred Vanderbilt, but especially Malik Beasley. With the profile of a crazy 3-point shooter off the bench (more than 3 banderillas per game, with 36% shooting success), Beasley will get people interested, and boss Danny Ainge could try to restore a good counterpart (draft pick or player). In a potential package including Vanderbilt. A few weeks ago, there were discussions with Atlanta about a possible trade for John Collins.

Jalen McDaniels

With plenty of players in the slums of the Western Conference and potential transfers, the Hornets may decide to activate tank mode in the second half of the season to stay in the sights of the Wembanyama Lottery. Terry Rozier, Mason Plumlee, Gordon Hayward, Kelly Oubre Jr., all these guys to watch, but Jalen McDaniels is the one most people care about. The 24-year-old winger — a free agent next summer — is making good progress this season, with several franchises on the way (Suns, Raptors, Jazz, Pacers, etc.). The Hornets will need a big idea, though.

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