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By Rafael Bandayrel

The days leading up to the NBA trade deadline delivered no shortage of fireworks, as contenders pushed their chips in, rebuilding teams stockpiled future assets, and several franchises took new directions. 

From blockbuster star swaps to multi-team deals that sent ripple effects across the league, here’s a breakdown of every major trade completed before the Feb. 5 (Feb. 6, PH time) deadline.

Wizards land Anthony Davis in multi-team shakeup (Feb. 5)

Washington Wizards receive:

• Anthony Davis

• D’Angelo Russell

• Jaden Hardy

• Dante Exum

Dallas Mavericks receive:

• Khris Middleton

• Tyus Jones

• Marvin Bagley III

• AJ Johnson

• 2026 first-round pick (via Thunder)

• 2030 first-round pick (via Warriors)

• Three future second-round picks

Charlotte Hornets receive:

• Malaki Branham

Why it matters: Washington swings for a true franchise centerpiece, while Dallas goes  all-in on depth, flexibility, and future assets. Now, the Wizards can truly contend with a Davis-Trae Young core, while Dallas gets to focus on rebuilding around Cooper Flagg.

Warriors swap youth for size, adds Kristaps Porzingis (Feb. 5)

Golden State Warriors receive:

• Kristaps Porzingis

Atlanta Hawks receive:

• Jonathan Kuminga

• Buddy Hield

Why it matters: Golden State bets on Porzingis’ rim protection and spacing, while Atlanta stockpiles youth and shooting. The trade also signals Golden State’s commitment to maximizing what is left of Stephen Curry’s prime.

Celtics upgrade center with Nikola Vucevic (Feb. 5)

Boston Celtics receive:

• Nikola Vucevic

• 2027 second-round pick

Chicago Bulls receive:

• Anfernee Simons

• 2026 second-round pick

Why it matters: Boston shores up its frontcourt for a better shot at contending in the East. Meanwhile, Chicago resets with a younger scoring guard.

Hornets add scoring punch with Coby White (Feb. 5)

Charlotte Hornets receive:

• Coby White

• Mike Conley Jr.

Chicago Bulls receive:

• Collin Sexton

• Ousmane Dieng

• Three future second-round picks

Why it matters: Charlotte boosts its backcourt firepower to create the most exciting young collection of guards in the league. Meanwhile, Chicago continues to accumulate assets.

Raptors land Chris Paul in three-team deal (Feb. 5)

Toronto Raptors receive:

• Chris Paul

Brooklyn Nets receive:

• Ochai Agbaji

• 2032 second-round pick

LA Clippers receive:

• Rights to Vanja Marinkovic

Why it matters: Toronto adds veteran leadership if CP3 decides to play, Brooklyn grabs a young wing, and the Clippers clear space.

Lonzo Ball headed to Utah in three-team trade (Feb. 5)

Utah Jazz receive:

• Lonzo Ball

• Two future second-round picks

Atlanta Hawks receive:

• Jock Landale

Why it matters: Utah takes a calculated gamble on Ball’s upside, while Atlanta adds frontcourt depth.

Cavaliers pull off blockbuster, acquire James Harden (Feb. 4)

Cleveland Cavaliers receive:

• James Harden

LA Clippers receive:

• Darius Garland

• Future second-round pick

Why it matters: Cleveland makes a bold win-now move, perhaps not just for this season, but to entice a certain prodigal son to make another comeback. The Clippers, on the other hand, get younger as they pull the plug on the Kawhi Leonard-Harden era.

Thunder continue asset hoard, add Jared McCain (Feb. 4)

Oklahoma City Thunder receives:

• Jared McCain

Philadelphia 76ers receive:

• 2026 first-round pick

• Three future second-round picks

Why it matters: OKC adds another young piece who can contribute right away; Philly loads up on draft capital.

Grizzlies cash in, send Jaren Jackson Jr. to Jazz (Feb. 3)

Utah Jazz receive:

• Jaren Jackson Jr.

• Jock Landale

• John Konchar

• Vince Williams Jr.

Memphis Grizzlies receive:

• Kyle Anderson

• Taylor Hendricks

• Georges Niang

• Walter Clayton Jr.

• Three future first-round picks

Why it matters: A full reset for Memphis, while Utah secures a defensive cornerstone.

Pistons add shooting in three-team deal (Feb. 3)

Detroit Pistons receive:

• Kevin Huerter

• Dario Šarić

• 2026 protected first-round swap

Chicago Bulls receive:

• Mike Conley Jr.

• Jaden Ivey

Minnesota Timberwolves receive:

• Cash considerations

Why it matters: Detroit prioritizes spacing and flexibility as they continue to rule the East; Chicago continues reshaping its backcourt.