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Publisher:HoopsWireOutlet infoJan 29, 9:33 PM ET

The Cavaliers continue to evaluate their options with De’Andre Hunter as the February 5 trade deadline approaches. Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reports Hunter is more likely than not to be moved before the deadline, despite Cleveland’s earlier reluctance to trade him for less than the package it surrendered a year ago. That original deal included […] The post Cavs weighing De’Andre Hunter trade options as deadline nears appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Publisher:HoopsWireOutlet infoJan 29, 10:29 PM ET

Momentum is building on the floor, and the Cavaliers’ phones are staying busy off it. Per ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, the Cavs have been active in trade conversations as the February 5 deadline approaches, with president of basketball operations Koby Altman and the front office exploring multiple avenues. “I think there’s a decent chance the Cavs […] The post Cavs active in trade calls, exploring multiple avenues ahead of deadline appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Publisher:HoopsWireOutlet infoJan 30, 12:44 AM ET

The Nets may not be prioritizing wins right now, but Giannis Antetokounmpo remains very much on the radar. Brian Lewis of The New York Post reports Brooklyn has long viewed Antetokounmpo as a potential franchise-changing target, and multiple sources believe the organization plans to be competitive again by 2026-27. “Then this is their moment,” one […] The post Nets could make a run at Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Publisher:HoopsWireOutlet infoJan 30, 1:34 AM ET

Every so often, the NBA accidentally stumbles into a moment that feels bigger than the standings. The Hornets visiting the Mavericks on a random Thursday night was supposed to be just another game. Instead, it turned into the first chapter of what might become a long running rivalry between Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel, former […] The post Hornets’ win over Mavs featured very best of Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Publisher:HoopsWireOutlet infoJan 30, 2:48 AM ET

When it comes to trade season, the Cavaliers are operating with little margin for error. Cleveland carries a franchise record $394 million payroll and is currently the only team above the NBA’s second apron, per ESPN’s Bobby Marks. That financial reality limits what the front office can realistically do ahead of Thursday’s deadline. Even after […] The post Cavs face trade deadline limits, with second-apron pressure appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Publisher:HoopsWireOutlet infoJan 30, 1:47 PM ET

76ers Philadelphia has made a habit of ducking the luxury tax in recent seasons. Joel Embiid would like that trend to stop. The Sixers moved Danuel House and Jaden Springer at the 2024 deadline to get below the tax, then took a similar path in 2025 with deals involving Caleb Martin and KJ Martin. This […] The post NBA Notes: Sixers, Joel Embiid, Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo, draft lottery appeared first on Hoops Wire .