NBA trade tracker: Jimmy Butler joins Warriors in major multi-team trade
The NBA is still buzzing from an enormous trade that has reshaped the landscape of the league – one of the most significant trades in NBA history.
Last weekend, a surprise shook the league when the Dallas Mavericks traded their star guard Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis as part of a three-team deal involving several players and draft picks.
Before anyone could catch their breath, the Golden State Warriors confirmed on Wednesday night that they had struck a deal to bring Jimmy Butler over from the Miami Heat in a complicated multi-team transaction.
While it will be tough to top these remarkable trades as the NBA approaches the Thursday 3 p.m. ET trade deadline, several players remain available for potential moves.
Other players being considered in trade discussions include New Orleans’ Brandon Ingram, Washington’s Jordan Poole, Utah’s Collin Sexton, John Collins, and Jordan Clarkson, as well as Brooklyn’s Cam Johnson.
With Zach LaVine now off the Bulls’ roster, could they be looking to further restructure their team through additional trades involving Nik Vucevic and/or Lonzo Ball?
Are teams like Milwaukee, Phoenix, and Memphis aiming for a high-profile addition?
We will know soon enough.
Here’s a recap of the trades that have occurred since the beginning of the 2024-25 NBA season:
2024-25 NBA trade deadline updates: Warriors acquire Butler from Heat
Feb. 5: The Golden State Warriors have made a deal to bring Jimmy Butler from the Miami Heat in a complex multi-team operation, a source familiar with the situation confirmed to YSL News Sports. The source requested anonymity as the deal has yet to be officially announced. Butler is set to sign a two-year extension worth $121 million, which will keep him on the team until the 2026-27 season. Moving in this trade are Andrew Wiggins, Dennis Schröder, Kyle Anderson, and a first-round draft pick, along with Golden State’s Lindy Waters III and Miami’s Josh Richardson.
Kings finalize trade for Jonas Valanciunas with Wizards
Feb. 5: The Sacramento Kings have acquired Jonas Valanciunas from the Washington Wizards in exchange for Sidy Cissoko and two future second-round draft picks (2028, 2029). The Wizards plan to release Cissoko to improve their financial position for the upcoming season.
Thunder receive Daniel Theis and draft picks from Pelicans
Feb. 5: The New Orleans Pelicans traded Daniel Theis along with a second-round pick from 2031 to the Oklahoma City Thunder for financial compensation. This transaction helps the Pelicans steer clear of luxury tax penalties.
Pistons acquire KJ Martin Jr. from 76ers
Feb. 5: The Detroit Pistons completed their first trade under the Trajan Langdon era, securing forward KJ Martin Jr. and two second-round picks from the Philadelphia 76ers, who required relief from their salary cap constraints.
This trade has been agreed upon, according to a source with insight into the Pistons’ operations, who remained unnamed as the deal awaits finalization. The return package from the Pistons is currently unspecified. The second-round picks coming from the 76ers are from the Milwaukee Bucks in 2027 and Dallas Mavericks in 2031. – Omari Sankofa II, Detroit Free Press
Wizards deal Kyle Kuzma to Bucks in exchange for Khris Middleton
Feb. 5: The Washington Wizards traded Kyle Kuzma to the Milwaukee Bucks in return for Khris Middleton. Milwaukee will also transfer AJ Johnson and a 2028 first-round pick swap to Washington. Additionally, the Wizards will send Patrick Baldwin Jr. and a second-round pick to the Bucks.
Sixers acquire Quentin Grimes from Mavericks
Feb 4: The Philadelphia 76ers obtained Quentin Grimes along with a second-round pick in 2025 from the Dallas Mavericks in exchange for Caleb Martin, as both teams confirmed the deal.
Spurs land De’Aaron Fox in Zach LaVine trade
Feb. 2: The San Antonio Spurs have finalized a deal to acquire De’Aaron Fox from the Sacramento Kings in a three-way trade that also sees Zach LaVine of the Chicago Bulls heading to the Kings. The Spurs enhanced their roster with Fox and also brought in Jordan McLaughlin, while the Kings received Sidy Cissoko along with three future first-round picks (2025, 2027, and 2031) and three future second-round picks (in 2025 and two in 2028). The Bulls’ haul includes Zach Collins, Tre Jones, Kevin Huerter, and a 2025 first-round pick.
Luka Doncic traded to Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis
Feb. 1: The Los Angeles Lakers have struck a deal to acquire Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks in a shocking three-team trade that involves Anthony Davis, Max Christie, and a first-round pick going to Dallas. Additionally, the Lakers will receive Maxi Kleber and Markieff Morris from Dallas, while the Utah Jazz will obtain Jalen Hood-Schifino and a 2025 second-round pick from the Lakers, as well as a second-round pick from the Mavericks.
P.J. Tucker resolved in Jazz-Clippers trade
Feb. 1: The Los Angeles Clippers finalized the trade of forward P.J. Tucker, who has not participated in this season, along with center Mo Bamba, a 2030 second-round pick, and cash considerations to the Utah Jazz in exchange for forward/center Drew Eubanks and guard Patty Mills.
Suns get first-round picks from the Jazz
Jan. 21: The Utah Jazz dispatched three first-round selections (2025, 2027, and 2029) to the Phoenix Suns for an unprotected first-round pick from the Suns in 2031.
Suns acquire Nick Richards
Jan. 15: The Charlotte Hornets traded center Nick Richards along with a second-round pick to the Phoenix Suns in return for guard-forward Josh Okogie and three second-round selections.
Lakers bring in Dorian Finney-Smith
Dec. 29: The Los Angeles Lakers dealt guard D’Angelo Russell, forward Maxwell Lewis, plus three second-round draft picks (one protected in 2027 and unprotected picks in 2030 and 2031) to the Brooklyn Nets for forward Dorian Finney-Smith and guard Shake Milton.
Warriors acquire Dennis Schroder from Nets
Dec. 15: The Golden State Warriors traded for guard Dennis Schroder and a 2025 second-round pick (via Miami) from the Brooklyn Nets, sending out guard De’Anthony Melton, guard Reece Beekman, and three second-round picks – one from Atlanta in 2026, and two from Atlanta in 2028 and Golden State in 2029.
Heat trades Thomas Bryant to Pacers
Dec. 15: The Miami Heat moved center Thomas Bryant to the Indiana Pacers, allowing for a swap of second-round picks in 2031. Miami will take the more favorable second-round pick between the two teams in 2031.
