This situation, as many deadline discussions do, is all about the money. As The Stein Line's Marc Stein and Jake Fischer reported, Harden wants a longer commitment than the two-year, $82 million pact he inked with the Clippers last offseason. L.A., meanwhile, wants to keep the coffers clean for the potentially stacked 2027 free agent class.

Draymond Green ’s career with the Golden State Warriors is one of the most impactful of the past decade. Drafted in 2012, he became the defensive anchor, emotional leader, and strategic heartbeat of a franchise that won four NBA titles alongside Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson, reaching six Finals in 10 seasons.

As soon as Anfernee Simons was sent to Boston for Jrue Holiday in the offseason, many people wondered if the Celtics would eventually flip Simons and his expiring contract before the trade deadline. That answer has been confirmed as yes, they will. The Celtics are sending Simons to the Chicago Bulls in exchange for veteran big man Nikola Vučević.

In this NBA mock trade, the Atlanta Hawks send Kristaps Porzingis to the Los Angeles Lakers, pairing him up with LeBron James and Luka Doncic.

The Toronto Raptors are a "serious suitor" for Sacramento Kings star Domantas Sabonis, but might have to wait until the offseason to complete a deal unless they find a way to trade Jakob Poetl by the Feb.

East-leading Detroit has needed more shooting. It may find some with Kevin Huerter. And the Bulls are revamping their backcourt.

Two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo is at the center of trade rumors, and in this NBA mock trade, he’s dealt to the Miami Heat, reshaping the East.

The Jazz got Jaren Jackson Jr. plus three other players. The Grizzlies got four players and three future firsts. Which team fared best? We graded the trade.