Key players to watch for in historic 7-team NBA trade deal, starting with Kevin Durant
The offseason drama in the NBA has become bigger than ever. If things go right, Sunday will witness the largest 7-team trade deal in NBA history. It all started with Kevin Durant being sent from the Phoenix Suns to the Houston Rockets . However, the trade turned out to be just the tip of the iceberg. The trade started a domino effect, looping not five or six, but seven teams, something yet to be witnessed in the NBA.
As the NBA gears up to manage the biggest exchange of picks, key players, and cash considerations, let’s take a look at the core players included in this 7-team bonanza.
Kevin Durant trade kickstarts chain reaction in league with move to Houston RocketsKevin Durant's deal spearheaded the 7-team trade with his shifting from the Phoenix Suns to the Houston Rockets. The veteran’s movement to the Rockets caused major reshuffling in the league. The other teams that have jumped into this mammoth trade deal are the Golden State Warriors, the Brooklyn Nets, the Minnesota Timberwolves, and the Los Angeles Lakers. These teams are in the trade for draft picks’ exchanges that involve the Suns’ assets.
This 7-team trade is not because of a major player acquisition. It is being used as a means to ensure CBA compliance primarily and to restructure the salary cap, as per a CBS Sports report
Daeqwon Plowden moving from Atlanta Hawks to a destination not yet confirmedDaeqwon Plowden became a part of the multi-team exchange due to the Atlanta Hawks putting him up for trade to manage salary-cap logistics. His final destination will be confirmed only when the deal reaches its definite end. Ploweden is currently dividing his time between the G-League and the Atlanta Hawks. With the new move proposed, he becomes the sign-and-trade deal for the Hawks. Plowden is one of the only five active players included in the 7-team trade marathon.
Clint Capela is under consideration for a sign-and-trade by Atlanta Hawks to Houston RocketsThe Atlanta Hawks make another contribution to 7-team chaos by sending Clint Capela to the Houston Rockets. As per the terms negotiated between the Hawks and the Rockets, the Hawks will sign Capela and immediately send him to the Rockets. The insider reports suggest that the deal is a part of salary-cap logistics restructuring.
As per The Stein Line’s Jake Fischer’s report, Capela is likely to get traded for a second-round pick and cash.
How the deal will finalize remains under speculation till July 6, when all cards will be finally open.
Dillon Brooks will be moving from Houston Rockets to Phoenix Suns In the Kevin Durant trade, Dillon Brooks is also involved. He was traded to the Phoenix Suns in exchange for Kevin Durant. Brooks joins the Phoenix Suns, who also get Jalen Green and NBA Draft 2025’s no. 10 pick Khaman Maluach, and five second-round picks.
This deal was agreed on June 22 as per an ESPN report, but the final status will be confirmed on July 6, coinciding with the regular season.
Jalen Green joins Dillon Brooks in Houston Rockets-Phoenix Suns trade dealJalen Green is another player moving from the Houston Rockets to the Phoenix Suns. He is joining Dillon Brooks in the blockbuster Kevin Durant deal. The Suns' aspiration to rebuild the team around youth has led to this decision.
Green exploded the NBA scene with 41 and 42-point games, providing the Suns all the right reasons to pick him for the coming season.
Jalen Green’s move is likely to add fresh energy to the Phoenix Suns, who are parting with Kevin Durant this season.
Also Read: NBA Trade News: Kevin Durant breaks Golden State Warriors’ hearts with power move to Houston Rockets after Phoenix Suns fallout
The 7-team trade beats the other big trades that happened in previous years, the latest being last year's exchange that involved six teams.
As the NBA gears up to manage the biggest exchange of picks, key players, and cash considerations, let’s take a look at the core players included in this 7-team bonanza.
Kevin Durant trade kickstarts chain reaction in league with move to Houston RocketsKevin Durant's deal spearheaded the 7-team trade with his shifting from the Phoenix Suns to the Houston Rockets. The veteran’s movement to the Rockets caused major reshuffling in the league. The other teams that have jumped into this mammoth trade deal are the Golden State Warriors, the Brooklyn Nets, the Minnesota Timberwolves, and the Los Angeles Lakers. These teams are in the trade for draft picks’ exchanges that involve the Suns’ assets.
This 7-team trade is not because of a major player acquisition. It is being used as a means to ensure CBA compliance primarily and to restructure the salary cap, as per a CBS Sports report
Daeqwon Plowden moving from Atlanta Hawks to a destination not yet confirmedDaeqwon Plowden became a part of the multi-team exchange due to the Atlanta Hawks putting him up for trade to manage salary-cap logistics. His final destination will be confirmed only when the deal reaches its definite end. Ploweden is currently dividing his time between the G-League and the Atlanta Hawks. With the new move proposed, he becomes the sign-and-trade deal for the Hawks. Plowden is one of the only five active players included in the 7-team trade marathon.
Clint Capela is under consideration for a sign-and-trade by Atlanta Hawks to Houston RocketsThe Atlanta Hawks make another contribution to 7-team chaos by sending Clint Capela to the Houston Rockets. As per the terms negotiated between the Hawks and the Rockets, the Hawks will sign Capela and immediately send him to the Rockets. The insider reports suggest that the deal is a part of salary-cap logistics restructuring.
As per The Stein Line’s Jake Fischer’s report, Capela is likely to get traded for a second-round pick and cash.
How the deal will finalize remains under speculation till July 6, when all cards will be finally open.
Dillon Brooks will be moving from Houston Rockets to Phoenix Suns In the Kevin Durant trade, Dillon Brooks is also involved. He was traded to the Phoenix Suns in exchange for Kevin Durant. Brooks joins the Phoenix Suns, who also get Jalen Green and NBA Draft 2025’s no. 10 pick Khaman Maluach, and five second-round picks.
Jalen Green joins Dillon Brooks in Houston Rockets-Phoenix Suns trade dealJalen Green is another player moving from the Houston Rockets to the Phoenix Suns. He is joining Dillon Brooks in the blockbuster Kevin Durant deal. The Suns' aspiration to rebuild the team around youth has led to this decision.
Jalen Green’s move is likely to add fresh energy to the Phoenix Suns, who are parting with Kevin Durant this season.
Also Read: NBA Trade News: Kevin Durant breaks Golden State Warriors’ hearts with power move to Houston Rockets after Phoenix Suns fallout
The 7-team trade beats the other big trades that happened in previous years, the latest being last year's exchange that involved six teams.
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