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The Golden State Warriors are considered unlikely to make a major trade for a star this season unless it is for Giannis Antetokounmpo, sources tell Jake Fischer. The Warriors would almost certainly need to send out Draymond Green or Jimmy Butler in a deal for a star making a significant salary and only Antetokounmpo would motivate them to do so, according to Fischer. This rules … [Read more...] about Warriors Reserve Draymond Green Trade Only For Giannis, Not Markkanen Or Davis

Dereck Lively II will undergo season-ending surgery on his right foot. The surgery will be performed by Dr. James Calder at the Fortius Clinic in London. Lively is expected to make a full recovery and be available for the start of training camp. "Dereck has handled every challenge of this season with professionalism and resilience," said Dallas Mavericks Co-Interim General … [Read more...] about Dereck Lively Out For Season With Foot Surgery

Anthony Davis has become a critical trade target for multiple Eastern Conference contenders ahead of the February deadline, according to ESPN. The Detroit Pistons, Atlanta Hawks, and Toronto Raptors are expected to pursue the 10-time All-Star, who has spent his entire career in the Western Conference. Davis' agent, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul, met with Mavericks interim … [Read more...] about Pistons, Hawks, Raptors Expected To Pursue Trade For Anthony Davis

Anthony Davis must demonstrate sustained productivity through December and January to generate the level of trade interest the Dallas Mavericks seek before the Feb. 6 deadline, according to league sources. The general consensus across the NBA is that Davis needs an extended stretch of quality play after starting the season as a projected centerpiece for the Mavericks. Trading … [Read more...] about Anthony Davis Must Prove Health To Generate Trade Interest For Mavericks

Daniel Gafford is widely regarded across the NBA as the most tradeable Maverick ahead of the Feb. 6 trade deadline, according to league sources. The center is not yet in the first year of a three-year, $54.4 million extension that runs through the 2028-29 season. However, persistent injuries to Anthony Davis and Dereck Lively II complicate Gafford's trade status. The Mavericks' … [Read more...] about Daniel Gafford Emerges As Mavericks’ Most Tradeable Player Before Deadline