2026 NBA Trade Deadline: Key Deals Revealed Ahead of Thursday

The NBA Trade Deadline is fast approaching, creating significant buzz around potential deals. As teams look to improve their rosters, several key transactions have been reported in the lead-up to the February 5 deadline at 3 p.m. ET.

Key Trades Ahead of the 2026 NBA Trade Deadline

Boston Celtics Acquire Nikola Vučević

On February 3, the Boston Celtics bolstered their front line by trading for former All-Star center Nikola Vučević from the Chicago Bulls. In this deal, Boston sent Anfernee Simons and a second-round pick to Chicago. This transaction, previously discussed but not finalized earlier in the season, highlights the urgency many teams feel as the deadline draws near.

Pistons Engage in Multi-Team Trade with Bulls and Timberwolves

Also on February 3, the Detroit Pistons made a strategic move by acquiring Kevin Huerter and Dario Šarić from the Chicago Bulls. This multi-team trade saw the Bulls receive Mike Conley and Jaden Ivey, while the Pistons obtained a 2026 first-round protected swap from the Minnesota Timberwolves.

• Detroit Receives:
  • Kevin Huerter
  • Dario Šarić
  • 2026 first-round protected swap
• Chicago Receives:
  • Mike Conley Jr.
  • Jaden Ivey
• Key Notes: No players or draft picks were acquired by Minnesota in this trade.

Memphis Grizzlies Trade Jaren Jackson Jr.

In a major move, the Memphis Grizzlies traded star forward Jaren Jackson Jr. to the Utah Jazz. This deal, announced on February 3, included Jackson and several other players: John Konchar, Jock Landale, and Vince Williams Jr. Memphis acquired Walter Clayton Jr., Kyle Anderson, Taylor Hedricks, Georges Niang, and three future first-round picks in return.

• Memphis Receives:
  • Walter Clayton Jr.
  • Kyle Anderson
  • Taylor Hendricks
  • Georges Niang
  • Three future first-round picks
• Utah Receives:
  • Jaren Jackson Jr.
  • Jock Landale
  • John Konchar
  • Vince Williams Jr.

Cleveland Cavaliers Make Key Additions

On February 1, the Cleveland Cavaliers completed a three-team trade. They added guards Dennis Schröder, Keon Ellis, and two-way player Emanuel Miller. The Sacramento Kings received De’Andre Hunter, while the Chicago Bulls obtained Dario Šarić and two future second-round picks.

• Cleveland Receives:
  • Keon Ellis
  • Dennis Schröder
  • Emanuel Miller
• Chicago Receives:
  • Dario Šarić
  • 2027 second-round pick
  • 2029 second-round pick
• Sacramento Kings Get:
  • De’Andre Hunter

Atlanta Hawks Trade Vít Krejčí

In another transaction on February 1, the Atlanta Hawks traded Vít Krejčí to the Portland Trail Blazers. In return, Atlanta received Duop Reath and two second-round picks.

As the February 5 deadline nears, teams continue to make significant moves. The evolving landscape will reshape the dynamics of the NBA as franchises aim for success this season and beyond.