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Gabe Vincent was traded from the Los Angeles Lakers to the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday, along with a 2032 second-round pick, in exchange for Luke Kennard. Vincent, who struggled with health over three seasons in Los Angeles, will get a fresh start in Atlanta. He is expected to be a restricted free agent this offseason and will compete for backup backcourt minutes with fellow trade acquisitions CJ McCollum and Buddy Hield.
Donovan Mitchell amassed 29 points (10-19 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 6-6 FT), five rebounds, nine assists, and four steals over 30 minutes during Wednesday's 124-91 victory over the Clippers. He served as one of Cleveland's key producers, pacing the team in points, assists, and steals. The 29-year-old has now dished out nine assists in back-to-back games and recorded at least one steal in 21 consecutive appearances, maintaining consistent scoring with 26.3 points per game over this span.
Scottie Barnes notched 22 points (8-11 FG, 6-8 FT), 10 rebounds, eight assists, one block, and one steal across 37 minutes during Wednesday's 128-126 loss to the Timberwolves. The fifth-year star came up two dimes short of his third triple-double of the season and ninth of his career. Barnes still produced his 23rd double-double of 2025-26, just three shy of his career high. Five of these double-doubles have come in the last 11 games, a stretch where he's averaging 19.8 points, 8.6 boards, 6.8 assists, 2.0 blocks, and 1.1 steals while shooting 51.2 percent from the floor.
Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray delivered a stellar performance with 39 points (15-33 FG, 3-14 3Pt, 6-7 FT), five rebounds, six assists, and one steal in 48 minutes during Wednesday's 134-127 double-overtime loss to the Knicks. The 28-year-old led the Nuggets in scoring, marking his second consecutive game with over 30 points and fifth in his last 12 outings. Over this recent stretch, Murray is averaging 27.7 points, 7.4 assists, 3.2 rebounds, 2.7 threes, and 1.1 steals.
Darius Garland has been traded from the Cavaliers to the Clippers as part of the James Harden deal. Clippers coach Tyronn Lue expects to implement a faster-paced game plan with his new point guard. The 2-time All-Star, 10 years younger than Harden, is seen as a cornerstone for L.A.'s future. Garland averaged 18 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 6.9 assists in 26 games this season, but has been hampered by injuries, including toe surgery and an ankle sprain since Jan. 16.
James Harden has been traded from the Los Angeles Clippers to the Cleveland Cavaliers in a blockbuster deal for Darius Garland and a 2026 second-round pick. The 36-year-old, who averaged 25.4 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 8.1 assists in 44 of 49 games, disputes claims of forcing his L.A. exit. He is expected to debut for the Cavaliers against the Kings on Saturday, forming a superstar backcourt with Donovan Mitchell, making Cleveland Eastern Conference co-favorites.
Kristaps Porziņģis has been traded to the Golden State Warriors from the Atlanta Hawks in a three-player deal, with the Warriors sending Buddy Hield and Jonathan Kuminga. This move brings in the veteran big man to bolster Golden State's roster. One report indicates Porziņģis is currently dealing with an illness. The Warriors are looking to integrate their new acquisition, who is expected to play a key role in their frontcourt.
Jonathan Kuminga has been traded from the Warriors to the Hawks, along with Buddy Hield, in exchange for Kristaps Porzingis. The 23-year-old forward, whose relationship with Golden State was reportedly frayed, is sidelined since January 22 with a left knee bone bruise. He is unlikely to play Thursday against Utah, with his Hawks debut potentially Saturday versus the Hornets. Atlanta is seen as a place to develop his untapped potential, likely as Jalen Johnson's backup, as he finally has a new home.
Buddy Hield has been traded from the Golden State Warriors to the Atlanta Hawks, alongside Jonathan Kuminga, in exchange for Kristaps Porzingis. Hield joins Atlanta after two seasons with Golden State, where he averaged 8.0 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 1.5 assists across 17.5 minutes, shooting 34.2% from three. He will compete for minutes off the bench and is unlikely to play Thursday against Utah, with his Hawks debut potentially Saturday against Charlotte.
Trey Murphy delivered a phenomenal performance in Wednesday's 141-137 overtime loss to the Bucks, scoring a career-high 44 points on 15-of-28 shooting, including 12-of-19 from beyond the arc. He also added six assists, six rebounds, and three steals in 40 minutes. Murphy's 12 three-pointers tied him as the eighth player in NBA history to achieve this feat and set a new Pelicans franchise record for made threes in a game. He is currently in the midst of a career year, averaging 22.1 points, 5.8 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 1.6 steals this season.
Kevin Porter (oblique) returned from a six-game absence Wednesday against the Pelicans, playing 29 minutes off the bench. He delivered a strong performance, recording 18 points (7-14 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, nine assists, and a career-high tying five steals in the Bucks' 141-137 overtime win. Despite potential restrictions, Porter made major contributions, tying for the team high in assists. His usage could remain significantly high with Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) sidelined.
Neemias Queta showcased his defensive prowess in the Celtics' 114-93 win over the Rockets, recording 10 points (3-4 FG, 4-4 FT), 19 rebounds, 2 assists, 5 blocks, and 2 steals in 39 minutes. Serving as the team's anchor in the paint, he matched a season high with five blocks and grabbed his most rebounds since January 7. Queta has been productive in his first season as a full-time starter, though his role may shift following Boston's acquisition of Nikola Vucevic.
Payton Pritchard delivered a strong performance for the Celtics, recording 27 points (9-20 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 4-5 FT), 7 assists, and 3 rebounds in 33 minutes during a 114-93 win over the Rockets. This marks his second consecutive game off the bench, where he connected on five three-pointers for the ninth time this season. Pritchard, the 2024-25 Sixth Man of the Year, has scored 53 points over his last two outings and is averaging a career-best 26.5 PRA, stepping up amid injuries and trades.
Derrick White registered 28 points (10-25 FG, 6-14 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight assists, and one rebound over 37 minutes in the Celtics' 114-93 win over the Rockets. After struggling from deep in the previous game, White was lethal, hitting six three-pointers—his most since December 19. He led the Celtics' starters in the absence of Jaylen Brown and has now dished at least eight assists in four consecutive games, showcasing his versatile play.
Jalen Brunson led the Knicks to a 134-127 double-overtime win over the Nuggets, dropping 42 points (14-27 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 9-11 FT), 9 assists, 8 rebounds, and 2 steals in 47 minutes. This vintage performance included 15 third-quarter points and 10 points in the second OT, marking his third 40-plus-point game this season. Earlier, he played a pivotal role in a 132-101 win over the Wizards, earning "MVP" chants from the home crowd with a game-high +32 plus/minus.
Alperen Sengun was ejected in the fourth quarter of Wednesday's game against the Celtics after receiving a double technical foul for arguing a non-foul call. Before his ejection, Sengun recorded 13 points (5-12 FG, 3-3 FT), 9 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals, and 1 block over 31 minutes. Clint Capela is expected to see increased minutes in Sengun's absence.
Immanuel Quickley generated 23 points (8-12 FG, 6-8 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 8 assists, 5 rebounds, and 1 steal across 34 minutes in the Raptors' 128-126 loss to Minnesota. He made at least six three-pointers for the third time this season, all within his last eight appearances, and reached the eight-assist milestone for the 11th time in 49 games. Over his last eight outings, Quickley has averaged 20.1 points, 6.0 rebounds, 6.0 assists, and 1.9 steals, shooting a scorching 58.3 percent from beyond the arc.
Anthony Edwards played through non-shooting elbow soreness, leading the Timberwolves to a 128-126 win over the Raptors with 30 points (11-23 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 7-10 FT), 8 rebounds, 5 assists, 3 steals, and 1 block in 38 minutes. He scored 13 of his points in the fourth quarter, marking his 23rd 30-plus-point performance and third consecutive game reaching that mark. Over his last nine outings, Edwards has averaged 32.6 points, 6.3 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 3.4 threes, and 1.3 steals.
De'Andre Hunter is set to be in the Kings' starting lineup against the Grizzlies on Wednesday, marking his first appearance in a Sacramento uniform after being acquired from the Cavaliers on Saturday. The veteran forward's insertion into the starting five will result in Precious Achiuwa moving to the bench.
GG Jackson is in the Grizzlies' starting lineup against the Kings on Wednesday. He appears to be the early favorite to be a regular member of the Grizzlies' starting lineup after Jaren Jackson was traded to the Jazz on Tuesday. Jackson has scored in double digits in five of his last six outings, averaging 12.8 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 1.0 threes over 23.5 minutes per game in that span.
