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Top 50 NBA Trade Candidates for 2026-27 Season
NBA trade deadline candidates list reveals Anthony Davis, Zion Williamson and others as potential moves for 2026-27 season.
In brief
NBA trade deadline candidates list reveals Anthony Davis, Zion Williamson and others as potential moves for 2026-27 season. The NBA has identified 50 players who could be traded before the 2026-27 season begins, including Anthony Davis and Zion Williamson. Originally reported by CBS Sports.
NBA trade season starts now
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Top 50 trade candidates list
The list includes players like Anthony Davis, Zion Williamson, and others who could be traded before the 2026-27 season begins.
Anthony Davis, Wizards
Davis earns $58,456,566 in 2026-27 and could be traded to Golden State if he stays healthy.
Joel Embiid, 76ers
Embiid earns $57,985,752 and may be traded due to injuries and the 76ers' need for a more reliable center.
Jimmy Butler, Warriors
Butler earns $56,832,773 and could be traded to teams with more cap space after health issues.
Paul George, Celtics
George earns $54,126,380 and could help Boston build a post-Jaylen Brown team.
De'Aaron Fox, Spurs
Fox earns $49,488,300 and may be traded if the Spurs can find a better fit for him.
Zach LaVine, Kings
LaVine earns $48,967,380 and is a potential trade candidate for teams needing a deep-position player.
Domantas Sabonis, Kings
Sabonis earns $45,472,000 and could be traded to Toronto for their defensive needs.
Zion Williamson, Pelicans
Williamson earns $42,166,510 and may be traded due to defensive incompatibility with Derik Queen.
Michael Porter Jr., Nets
Porter earns $40,806,150 and could be traded to Detroit for their offensive needs.
Jalen Duren, Pistons
Duren earns $40,160,643 and may be traded to Utah for their defensive needs.
Kyrie Irving, Mavericks
Irving earns $39,491,282 and could be traded to Houston for a potential reunion with Kevin Durant.
Jalen Green, Suns
Green earns $36,251,166 and may be traded to Memphis for their developmental needs.
Jrue Holiday, Blazers
Holiday earns $34,800,000 and could be traded to teams needing a versatile guard.
Tyler Herro, Bucks
Herro earns $33,000,000 and may be traded to Detroit for their offensive needs.
Jalen Suggs, Magic
Suggs earns $32,400,000 and may be traded to the Lakers for their defensive needs.
Andrew Wiggins, Heat
Wiggins earns $30,169,644 and could be traded to teams needing a 3-and-d defense.
RJ Barrett, Raptors
Barrett earns $29,616,071 and may be traded to Golden State for their offensive needs.
Jarrett Allen, Cavaliers
Allen earns $28,000,000 and may be traded to Utah for their center needs.
The main idea
The NBA has identified 50 players who could be traded before the 2026-27 season begins, including Anthony Davis and Zion Williamson.
