NBA Trade Deadline 2026 Tracker: Live Updates and Rumors
1:42 pm CT:
- The Dallas Mavericks trade Anthony Davis to the Washington Wizards in a blockbuster deal involving eight players, including Khris Middleton.
- Middleton, a former Milwaukee Bucks star, returns to his former head coach, Jason Kidd, who is now the Mavericks' head coach.
1:28 pm CT:
- The Oklahoma City Thunder acquire Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain, the 16th overall pick in the 2024 draft.
- The 76ers receive four draft picks, including a first-rounder from the Houston Rockets and three second-rounders.
12:29 pm CT:
- The Sacramento Kings are reportedly the team most strongly connected to Memphis Grizzlies All-Star guard Ja Morant.
- The Miami Heat have also continued to engage in trade talks with the Grizzlies.
- Morant, a two-time All-Star, has played in just 20 games this season due to injuries.
11:20 am CT:
- LeBron James, 41, is expected to finish the 2025-26 season with the Los Angeles Lakers, according to ESPN.
- The Athletic reports that the Lakers could be a potential destination for James in the offseason.
- James, a native of Akron, Ohio, was recently named an All-Star for the 22nd time, equaling Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's record.
11:04 am CT:
- Draymond Green, a four-time All-Star and NBA Defensive Player of the Year in 2017, has been a cornerstone of the Golden State Warriors.
- Warriors head coach Steve Kerr confirmed discussions with Green about trade talks, indicating a potential shift.
- The Warriors are reportedly one of the teams with an offer for Giannis Antetokounmpo.
10:45 am CT:
- The Memphis Grizzlies traded Jaren Jackson Jr. on February 3, sparking speculation about further moves.
- Ja Morant, a two-time All-Star and former Rookie of the Year, is reportedly on the trade block.
- NBA reporters suggest the Grizzlies' asking price for Morant has dropped, indicating a potential rebuild.
10:18 am CT:
- Giannis Antetokounmpo's potential trade continues to dominate discussions.
- ESPN's Brian Windhorst suggests that Milwaukee is considering staying put, despite offers from teams like the Miami Heat and Minnesota Timberwolves.
- Windhorst believes the Golden State Warriors have the best standing offer.
6:45 am CT:
- Giannis Antetokounmpo's future remains uncertain, with NBA pundits predicting various destinations.
- Antetokounmpo expresses his desire to win with the Milwaukee Bucks, stating he wants to retire with the team.
- He emphasizes the importance of making careful and urgent decisions to maximize championship chances.
6:30 am CT:
- Giannis Antetokounmpo's Instagram message hints at his trade speculation, stating, 'No pencil but I’m still drawing all the attention.'
6:15 am CT:
- The NBA trade deadline for 2026 is set for 2 p.m. on Thursday, February 5, 2026.
- Major trades this week include the James Harden-Darius Garland swap, the acquisition of Jaren Jackson Jr., and a three-team trade involving the Detroit Pistons, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Chicago Bulls.
