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There are multiple teams which will be in the conversation for next season's NBA championship. Some of these teams are Milwaukee Bucks, Miami Heat and the Golden State Warriors. NBA trade rumors suggest that these teams are going to have a strong off-season.
With free agency and NBA offseason beginning soon, the teams will be looking to improve their rosters by adding talents from across the league. NBA teams will look to trade players to achieve their season objectives. NBA trade rumors have already started circulating in the media.
We look at 5 Unexpected trades that could take place this off-season based on NBA rumors-
NBA Trade Rumors: 5 trades to watch out for-
#1- Ben Simmons to Chicago Bulls
After losing to the Boston Celtics 4-0 in the first round of the NBA playoffs, the Philadelphia 76ers decided to part ways with head coach Brett Brown. According to multiple trade rumors, there is a high possibility that the 76ers will be looking to trade guard/forward Ben Simmons.
Simmons and Embiid are one of the most dynamic duos in the league but their playing style doesn't work well for the team. If Ben Simmons is on the trade block, the Chicago Bulls will offer a trade package for the mercurial youngster with no hesitation. The Bulls have multiple young players that can be part of a trade package for Ben Simmons.
#2- Chris Paul to Milwaukee Bucks
Chris Paul and the OKC Thunder lost to the Houston Rockets 4-3 in the first round of the NBA playoffs. Paul was instrumental in extending the series to a game seven. According to multiple NBA trade rumors, Paul has already said goodbye to the Thunder and will be looking for a new challenge next season.
If the NBA trade rumors are to be believed, the most likely destination for the veteran point guard would be Milwaukee Bucks, who desperately need a ball-handler who can take over the game in the closing minutes. Trading for Chris Paul would be a statement signing which might help keep Giannis Antetokounmpo for the long term and also give the Bucks a chance at winning the NBA championship.
Also read: NBA Trade Rumors: Miami Heat looking to sign 2 All-Stars this off-season
NBA Trade Rumors: 5 trades to watch out for- (cont.)
As the off-season is getting closer, the NBA trade rumors are also picking up pace. The championship contenders and the lottery teams are getting linked with star players. It would be interesting to see how the NBA off-season shapes up.
#3- Carmelo Anthony to New York Knicks
Carmelo Anthony proved his doubters wrong this NBA season after a solid showing with the Portland Trail Blazers. Playing as a power forward in a starting role, Anthony helped the Blazers reach the NBA playoffs with his good shooting and rebounding.
If Carmelo Anthony decided to move this season, NBA trade rumors suggest that the New York Knicks will like to pursue him. A reunion at the Madison Square Garden will be the perfect way for Anthony to end his NBA career. The Knicks desperately need a veteran presence in the locker room to guide young stars like R.J. Barrett and Frank Ntikilina.
#4- Bradley Beal to Golden State Warriors
The Golden State Warriors are loaded with draft picks and assets to make an NBA trade and build another superteam. They ended up with the second draft pick in this year's lottery. According to multiple NBA trade rumors, the Golden State Warriors will be willing to use that pick in a potential swap deal.
If the NBA trade rumors are true, Washington Wizards shooting guard Bradley Beal can be on the move this off-season. Beal was superb this year, finishing only behind James Harden in scoring. GSW will be looking to trade for Bradley Beal and pair him up with stars like Steph Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green. If this NBA trade goes through, the Warriors will be an NBA championship contender again.
#5- LaMarcus Aldridge to Portland Trail Blazers
LaMarcus Aldridge had a rough year with the San Antonio Spurs which ended in an injury. According to multiple NBA trade rumors, the veteran power forward will be looking to return to Portland this off-season. Aldridge was an All-Star during his time with Trail Blazers and is one of the all-time top scorers for the franchise.
If Aldridge requests a trade, the Portland Trail Blazers will prepare a trade package for him. NBA trade rumors suggest that the Trail Blazers will be in the market for a power forward and Aldridge checks all the boxes for the Portland-based franchise. The Trail Blazers don't have a scorer in the frontcourt and LaMarcus Aldridge's presence will solve that problem.
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