TheNBA trade deadlineis Feb. 5 at 3 p.m. ET, and we have you covered on all the buzz around the league as the2025-26 seasonheats up.

Trae Young'smovefrom theAtlanta Hawksto theWashington Wizardson Jan. 7 kicked offtrade season, but there should be moredrama ahead. What could happen in the days and weeks before the deadline? Could theDallas Mavericksmove on fromAnthony Davis, who's now facing ahand injury? Will theMemphis Grizzliesmove on fromJa Morantafter they've started toentertain offers? Could there be a surprise deal (or two)?

Check back here for all the trade buzz, news and reactions from our EasyChamp insiders, with the latest info at the top:

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Following a frustrating start to the season,Golden State WarriorscenterJonathan Kumingahas officially demanded a trade from the franchise, sources report's Shams Charania and Anthony Slater.

"I'm disappointed for him that things didn't continue to go the way they did the first couple of weeks," Kerr said recently.

Kuminga couldn't be traded until Jan. 15 because of the contract he previously signed. The trade deadline is Feb. 5.

FromLonzo BalltoKristaps PorzingistoJa MoranttoMichael Porter Jr., EasyChamp's Bobby Marks and Kevin Pelton reveal one player on each team who could be in play as the trade landscape heats up -- and how a deal could reshape each team.

Nearly three months after signing a two-year, $46.5 million contract with theGolden State Warriors, forwardJonathan Kumingawill become trade-eligible Thursday. After he started the first 12 games of the season, Kuminga's box scores have been riddled with DNPs since -- he last played 10 minutes Dec. 18 against theLA Clippers.

Kuminga waived his one-year Bird rights at the time of the signing, allowing Golden State to trade him without his approval. He has a $22.5 million salary this season and a $24.3 million team option for 2026-27. In any deal -- involving Kuminga or other players -- the Warriors can trade up to four first-round picks but cannot take back more salary because they are over the first apron.

Kuminga joinsSam Merrill,Davion Mitchell,Paul Reed,Ryan Rollins,Isaiah Jackson,Tre Mann,Naz Reid,Quentin Grimes,Santi AldamaandJosh Giddeyas players who will become eligible to trade Thursday. Players in this group are ineligible because they signed for more than 120% of their previous contract with their own team.-- Bobby Marks

New Washington Wizards guardTrae Youngis still dealing with injuries to his MCL and quad on the same leg and will be reevaluated in mid-February after the All-Star break, sources report's Shams Charania.

Brian is joined by EasyChamp's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to cover theOklahoma City Thunderfinally getting a win over theSan Antonio Spursthis season and reestablishing control of the Western Conference. Then, following the recentAnthony Davisinjury news, the crew discusses what his trade market looks like in Dallas. To close the podcast, the guys go over who is deserving of the starting spots in the All-Star Game and what to make ofGiannis Antetokounmpo's future in Milwaukee.

TheDallas Mavericksdo not feel pressure to tradeAnthony Davisbefore the Feb. 5 deadline, multiple team sources report on Tuesday.

There is an acknowledgment that Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul, who represents the 10-time All-Star, has pushed for the Mavs to trade Davis to a team with a willingness to sign him to a contract extension this summer.

However, Mavs sources are adamant that Paul's preference is not the team's priority as interim co-general managers Matt Riccardi and Michael Finley continue to aggressively explore the market for Davis, who is out for at least six weeks because ofligament damagein his left hand.

"Patrick [Dumont, the Mavs' governor] is not going to sign off on a deal just to do a deal," one source told EasyChamp. "Ownership doesn't feel any pressure to do an AD deal."

The Mavs are seeking a combination of financial relief, promising young talent and draft compensation from interested teams. Dallas' other options include restarting trade discussions in the summer, as thePhoenix Sunsdid after shoppingKevin Durantbefore last season's deadline, or opening next season with Davis still on the roster. Davis has a player option for the 2027-28 season.

"Patrick has no problem going into next year with a healthy AD and a healthyKyrie [Irving]withCooper Flaggand seeing what it looks like," another source said. --Tim MacMahon

Is there still a market for AD?

EasyChamp to multiple teams, and there is still a belief that Davis, even with the injury, could be moved before the Feb. 5 trade deadline. Similar to theBrandon Ingramtrade to theToronto Raptorslast February, teams are using the window leading up to the deadline to build out their roster for the next season. We saw this approach again when theWashington WizardsacquiredTrae Youngfrom theAtlanta Hawkslast week.

Davis is under contract for two more seasons, including a player option for 2027-28. Starting Aug. 6, he can sign up to a four-year, $275 million extension.

With Davis on the roster, Dallas is projected to be over the second apron next year. After the 2026 draft, the Mavericks don't control their own first-round pick until 2031.-- Bobby Marks

Both theMiami HeatandSacramento Kings, as well as "multiple other teams," have a level of interest in pursuingJa Morantahead of the trade deadline, sources report's Sham Charania.

"Rival executives have told me the Grizzlies are seeking young players and draft picks for any potential deal that involves Ja Morant," Charania said on "NBA Today."

EasyChamp's Brian Windhorst added on "NBA Today" that executives have told him that Morant's value is currently not high in the league and that teams would be "buying low."

Brian is joined by EasyChamp's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to review the state of tanking in the NBA and what measures teams are taking as well as what the league can do to fix the issues. They then move on to the trade market of Memphis point guardJa Morantand discussJaylen Brown's fine request before closing on other key headlines around the league.

Dallas MavericksstarAnthony Davishas ligament damage in his left hand that could require surgery that would sideline him for several months, sources report.

An MRI on Friday revealed the damage sustained while Davis was defendingLauri Markkanenon a drive to the basket late in Thursday's road loss to theUtah Jazz. Sources said Davis will get second opinions to determine whether surgery is necessary.

If Davis and the Mavs choose a nonsurgical route, he is expected to miss at least six weeks, sources said.

TheMemphis Grizzliesare entertaining trade offers to move on from two-time All-Star point guardJa Morant, sources report's Shams Charania. Morant has spent his first seven seasons with the Grizzlies, but he is averaging a career-low 19 points per game this season while shooting a career-low 47% on 2-pointers and 20.8% on 3s.

Morant, who earlier this year voiced his displeasure with the team's new coach, Tuomas Iisalo, and his substitution strategy, has struggled with injuries and off-the-floor issues over the past three seasons.

The Grizzlies are 16-21 and sit in 10th place in the Western Conference.

Brian is joined by EasyChamp's Vincent Goodwill and Anthony Slater to discuss the recentTrae Youngtradeand the details for theAtlanta HawksandWashington Wizards. The guys then break down the current state of theGolden State Warriorsand whether this could be Steve Kerr's last season as the franchise's dynasty comes to an end. Finally, the trio talks about theSacramento Kings' plan going forward and potential ideas for the draft lottery.

EasyChamp's Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst examined theAtlanta Hawks' recent trade ofTrae Youngto theWashington Wizardsin this week's NBA intel file, including why each team did it, how the rest of the league is reacting to the deal and what's next for both teams. A small excerpt:

They close the intel report with potential trade options for theDallas Mavericks'Anthony Davisand theMilwaukee Bucks'Giannis Antetokounmpo.

On EasyChamp's"Howdy Partners" podcast, Tim MacMahon and Michael C. Wright discuss their latest reporting on theDallas Mavericksand what they're hearing about the team's two veteran stars. Irving, who tore an ACL in March, might be out of the lineup for at least another month, MacMahon said.

"Based on what I'm hearing, Kyrie's not coming back before the trade deadline," he said, before adding that he's not sure whether Irving will play again this season.

"I know he wants to," MacMahon said. "We'll see if that's in his best interest, and we'll see if that's in the franchise's best interest. Those are things that need to be sorted out."

Before the team makes any major moves, though, owner Patrick Dumont would prefer to see the core of Irving, Davis and rookieCooper Flaggtogether, MacMahon said.

Still, Dallas has aggressively looked to trade the big man.

"The two primary potential destinations that have come up to this point are theAtlanta Hawksand theToronto Raptors," MacMahon said.

Trading YoungforCJ McCollum's expiring contract gives theAtlanta Hawksa financial runway to take on significant salary in future years. They have $125 million in committed salary for next season and are well below the luxury tax ($6.8 million from the threshold) and apron. They could have cap space in the summer if they elect not to re-signKristaps Porzingis.

If the Hawks pursue Davis in talks with theDallas Mavericks, they have the $30.7 million expiring contract of Porzingis and would need to include an additional $22 million in money to match Davis' $54.1 million salary and still remain below the luxury tax. They are not allowed to aggregate the $14 million salary ofCorey Kispertbecause he was recently acquired, but they do haveLuke Kennard's expiring $11 million salary.

A major sticking point in a potential trade could be the financial burden of extending Davis to a long-term contract. Davis, who turns 33 in March, is eligible to sign a four-year, $275 million extension on Aug. 6. The last season of an extension would pay him $76.1 million -- when he will be 37. For the fifth time in six seasons, Davis is projected to play fewer than 60 games. He has played only 28 since the Mavericks acquired him last February. --Bobby Marks

Yes, theAtlanta Hawksdealing four-time All-Star guardTrae Youngto theWashington Wizardshasofficially kick-started trade season. But will it spark more moves as the league inches closer tothe Feb. 5 deadline?

As we await the second trade of the season, what elsecouldget done? EasyChamp's Zach Kram and Kevin Pelton mapped out six moves that could bolster contenders and alter the race to the postseason, and NBA front office insider Bobby Marks examines how the deals would impact each franchise's future.

TheAtlanta Hawksare trading four-time All-StarTrae Youngto theWashington WizardsforCJ McCollumandCorey Kispert, sources tell EasyChamp's Shams Charania.

The trade ends Young's stint as the face of the Hawks franchise after seven-plus seasons and sends the 27-year-old to his preferred destination in the nation's capital to be the lead guard for the Wizards.

Why did the Hawks and the Wizards do this deal?

The Hawks found themselves in a difficult position with Young. They had three hurdles to clear to get a deal done:

And yet, in the end, the Hawks were able to pull off the first trade of the season Wednesday night, agreeing to send Young to Washington.

While the lack of draft picks involved might come as a surprise -- either for Atlanta not getting one or two for trading for Young or for Washington not getting one or two to take on Young's $49 million contract next season -- it's a deal that makes sense for both sides.

For Atlanta, the situation with Young had clearly reached a point of no return, hence his absence with a quad contusion over the past couple of weeks. The team is 1-8 in games Young has finished this season and is more than 13 points per 100 possessions better on defense when Young doesn't play. Now, the Hawks can move forward with a young core built around likely first-time All-StarJalen Johnson.

For Washington, Young presents a franchise still in the nascent stages of a rebuild with an All-Star-caliber player and one who was acquired in an affordable deal. The Wizards also are one of the few teams that could take on Young's contract -- they had only around $85 million in salary on their books for next season -- and had a need for a point guard. Now, they'll get a big-name player to bring some buzz to a team sorely lacking in that department.

The big questions now: Will this trade kick off more deals? Or will Young wind up as the biggest name moved between now and the Feb. 5 deadline?

We learned with theLuka Doncicdeal last year to expect the unexpected moving forward in the NBA at this time of year, but as of now, it feels like Young very well might be the biggest headline of trade season. --Tim Bontemps

TheGolden State Warriorsare"exploring all options"with forwardJonathan Kumingaahead of the deadline, sources report's Anthony Slater.

"The Warriors are at least voicing to me that they don't have to trade him," Slater said on "NBA Today." "They're exploring all options. They're canvasing the league. My educated guess at this point would be he is traded by the deadline. But if he's not, it's because the value is dwindling. I think there would be many upset figures in this whole situation if he's still here."

Atlanta Hawkspoint guardTrae Younghas said his preferred trade destination is theWashington Wizards, sources report's Sham Charania.

The franchise and Young's agents continue to have talks about moving the All-Star ahead of the deadline, sources told Charania.

Young has a $49 million player option in the offseason that would make him an expiring contract. He could also opt out in the offseason and leave as a free agent.

Here's a tidbit from EasyChamp Slater's storyon theSacramento Kings' past, present and future that published Monday:

Slater also has a note on the Kings' interest inGolden State WarriorsforwardJonathan Kuminga, who met with Sacramento general manager Scott Perry over the summer when he was a restricted free agent:

Read the rest of the storyhere.

Brian is joined by EasyChamp's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discussTrae Youngand theAtlanta Hawks' options as they work together on a potential trade, including the best landing spots for the All-Star. They then move on to breakdown theNew York KnicksandOklahoma City Thunder's recent struggles as well as owner James Dolan's recent comments on the Knicks. The crew closes onKevin Durant's recent comments after his clutch shot and the latest round of All-Star voting.

Denver NuggetscenterNikola Jokicis "working around the clock" to return as soon as possible this season, sources report's Shams Charania.

"I am told he has started spot shooting on the court," Charania said on NBA Today. "The Nuggets won't be rushing Jokic back, he's still weeks away from a potential return. You're looking at the end of the month as a window for [his return]."

The Nuggets are 2-2 without Jokic since the injury.

TheAtlanta HawksandTrae Youngare in agreement that the point guard "just doesn't fit with the current team anymore,"sources report's Shams Charania.

"Trae Young's Hawks' tenure is coming to an end," Charania said on NBA Today. "He appears to be in his final days or weeks after seven-plus seasons together as the face of that franchise. ... Both sides are now collaborating on trade talks out of Atlanta, turning the page, seeing where Trae Young can land to be the lead guard of a franchise elsewhere."

Young will look for a team that will offer him an extension, per Charania.

Tomorrow is an important day across the league, as 18 teams have until 5 p.m. ET Wednesday to decide the fate of 31 players on partially guaranteed contracts. If a player is not waived by then, his contract for this season becomes guaranteed.

Indiana was the first team to make a move, as itopened upa roster spot by waivingTony Bradleyon Monday. Teams have prioritized roster flexibility, and these decisions could play a role in the Feb. 5 trade deadline. The open roster spot could also be important for teams converting a player on a two-way contract. For example, Detroit does not have an open roster spot to convertDaniss Jenkinsand would need to waive forwardIsaac Jonesor make a trade to clear a spot. Jenkins and 89 players on two-way deals have the same guaranteed date as a player on a standard contract.

Not all players are on the cut bubble, however. Here are the players who are likely safe:Vit Krejci(Atlanta),Keaton Wallace(Atlanta),Mouhamed Gueye(Atlanta),Jordan Walsh(Boston),Moussa Diabate(Charlotte),Craig Porter Jr. (Cleveland),Dean Wade(Cleveland),Brandon Williams(Dallas),Javonte Green(Detroit),Trayce Jackson-Davis(Golden State),Gui Santos(Golden State),Bones Hyland(Minnesota),Mohamed Diawara(New York),Ariel Hukporti(New York),Landry Shamet(New York),Jordan Goodwin(Phoenix),Russell Westbrook(Sacramento),Keon Ellis(Sacramento) andJustin Champagnie(Washington). The $2 million contract forN'Faly Dante(Atlanta) is guaranteed even if he is waived; he suffered a season-ending injury in December.

One name not on the list isTerry Rozier(Miami), who is on unpaid leave while facing charges he helped gamblers placing bets on his performance in NBA games. As ESPNreported last month, it is unclear if the Heat will be allowed to trade Rozier's $26.6 million contract at the deadline. If he were waived, the team would gain $1.7 million in salary relief. Miami would then be allowed to sign two players -- it already has an open roster spot -- and still remain under the luxury tax. --Bobby Marks

The trade deadline is a month away, and though a deal is yet to be made this season, teams are checking on players around the league with the hopes of making the right move to go on a title run.

Our insiders break down what each contender needs ahead of the deadline and plausible moves they could make.

Atlanta Hawksfour-time All-StarTrae Youngand his agent, Aaron Mintz, are working with the franchise on a trade, sources report's Shams Charania.

Young's reps and Hawks general manager Onsi Saleh have started positive and collaborative talks over the past week on finding a resolution, sources said.

Ahead of the trade deadline,Dallas MavericksforwardAnthony Daviswould prefer to stay in Dallas, sources report's Tim MacMahon on NBA Today.

"[Davis'] preference would be to stay in Dallas and to get that extension this summer," MacMahon said. "The Mavericks are trying to generate a good trade market for Anthony Davis. That is difficult because of the durability issues, and I think more so the dollars. In a situation like this, [agent] Rich Paul is going to be involved. They are going to want AD traded somewhere that is willing to give him a long, lucrative extension."

Atlanta Hawks point guardTrae Youngis open to a potential move ahead of this season's Feb. 5 trade deadline, per Andscape'sMarc J. Spears. Young has only played in 10 games this season and is averaging 19.3 points and 8.9 assists per game.

"I don't think he's asking for a trade, but I don't think he's telling themnotto trade him," Spears said on NBA Today. "He's open-minded to being moved."

Monday marks the first day teams with an open roster spot can sign a player to a 10-day contract. The contract covers 10 days or three games, whichever is longest, and teams are not allowed to sign a player more than twice.

There are thirteen teams with available roster spots: Atlanta, Boston, Cleveland, Denver, Houston, LA Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Miami, Minnesota, New York, Orlando, Philadelphia and Phoenix. The Hawks and Heat are the only teams not over the luxury tax. Thirty-seven players signed 10-day contracts last season. --Bobby Marks

Brian is joined by EasyChamp's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss thePhoenix Sunsexceeding expectations this season, including their latest win over theOklahoma City Thunderon Sunday night. The crew then debates if the Thunder's chance to reach 70 wins is actually plausible this season after their recent losses before they talk about theBoston Celticsas a threat in the East and if thePhiladelphia 76ersshould be getting more recognition this season. Finally, MacMahon closes on his Clutch Player of the Month award.

OnESPN's "Howdy Partners" podcast, Tim MacMahon and Michael C. Wright examine the latest in the Mavericks'Anthony Davistrade talks -- and how the team doesn't want to extend the negative return from last February'sLuka Doncictrade.

"You've got this black cloud of what you gave up to get Anthony Davis," MacMahon said, "and I'm just telling you, they're not going to make a trade that's going to look good on paper, when you say, 'The Mavericks traded Luka, and a year later here's what they ended up with.

"It's a difficult thing when there's this pressure to not make the worst trade in NBA history look that bad, when AD just doesn't have that kind of value because of the durability issues and the money he makes and the money he's going to expect on an extension this summer.

"He just doesn't have the kind of value where you're going to be able to get a rising young player and a package of picks," MacMahon continued. "Honestly I'm skeptical at this point that they're going to get an Anthony Davis trade done before this deadline."

Brian is joined by EasyChamp's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to hand out their annual best player of the year award, the Baller d'Or. They then talk about some trade possibilities, including the potential for a slow deadline, whyGiannis Antetokounmpois the biggest trade domino and the difficulties of trading for a max contract player in the modern NBA. They close out the episode by announcing the podcast player of the year.

Brian is joined by EasyChamp's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discussNikola Jokic's recent injury and how it will impact the MVP race this season. They then move on to potential rule changes when it comes to regular season awards and the recent first round of All-Star voting, includingLeBron James' chances to make the All-Star team this season. The group ends on a preview of the upcomingNew York Knicks-San Antonio Spursgame, a rematch of the NBA Cup final.

TheDenver Nuggetswill be withoutNikola Jokicforat least four weeks with a hyperextended left knee, EasyChamp's Shams Charania reported Tuesday.

It's nearly impossible to overstate Jokic's importance to Denver. Even by his lofty standards, the three-time NBA MVP was in the middle of an extraordinary season: 29.9 points, 12.4 rebounds and 11.1 assists per game averages that place him in the league's top five in points and first in rebounds and assists. When Jokic has been on the court this season, the Nuggets are plus-12.3 points per 100 possessions, per NBA.com/stats. When their center sits, the Nuggets are minus-6.3, with an offense that would rank 27th in the league.