We’re still too early in the season for big blockbuster trades to be happening just yet. Trades usually begin about a quarter of the way through, or roughly after that. Contenders are starting to emerge around the league and then there are other teams who may need to make a trade to try and save their season.
The Milwaukee Bucks and Cleveland Cavaliers are the two top dogs in the East right now. Milwaukee lost their first game of the season last night, but still have a 9-1 record. NBA betting sites have the Bucks at (+550) to win the Finals. Cleveland’s seven game win streak came to an end last night vs the Clippers, but the Cavs still have an impressive 8-2 record early on.
Utah is the best team in the West this season with a 9-3 record. The Suns, Trail Blazers, and Nuggets are all not too far behind at 7-3. We’re getting a read on some of the best teams in the NBA right now. A few interesting trades could shake up the league instantly.
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3 potential trades that nobody is thinking about
1. Could the Warriors think about splitting up the Splash Brothers?
Klay Thompson is a legend in the Bay Area, but sometimes tough decisions have to be made. The Warriors may need to think about trading away Thompson and a few picks to a team that could give them assets they need. Steph Curry and Andrew Wiggins need more depth around them. Thompson is a no-doubt Hall of Famer, but injuries have kept him from being the player he once was.
A potential suitor for Thompson could be the San Antonio Spurs. The Warriors could trade Klay, James Wiseman, and a few picks for some players who can make an impact for the team now. San Antonio could give up players like Jakob Poeltl, Josh Richardson, and Doug McDermott.
Golden State snapped a six game losing streak with a win vs the Kings last night. It’s still early, but if the Warriors continue to struggle, don’t count them out in a possible trade.
2. Miami Heat trade away future assets for PG who can help the team win games
After making the Eastern Conference Finals last season, the Miami Heat have had a slow start to begin the 2022-23 season. They are 4-7, which is surprisingly still third in the Southeast Division. Miami has lost four of their last six games and we could see the team make a trade for some help to turn their…