2 NBA stars on the move in latest blockbuster deal: report
The NBA has been abuzz with trade rumors and speculations, with two major stars reportedly set to switch teams. This news comes hot on the heels of the blockbuster trade that saw Luka Doncic being traded to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis earlier in the day.
According to reports, the Sacramento Kings, Chicago Bulls, and San Antonio Spurs are finalizing a deal involving De’Aaron Fox and Zach LaVine. Fox, the talented guard from the Kings, is set to join the Spurs, while LaVine, the dynamic shooting guard from the Bulls, will be heading to the Kings. In exchange, the Bulls will receive Zach Collins, Tre Jones, Kevin Heurter, and a 2025 draft pick.
Fox, who was two seasons removed from his first All-Star appearance, was a key player for the Kings, averaging 25 points, 6.1 assists, and five rebounds before the trade. On the other hand, LaVine, a two-time All-Star, had been with the Bulls since 2017 and was putting up impressive numbers, averaging 24 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game.
With Fox joining the Spurs, he will team up with rising star Victor Wembanyama, adding firepower to the team’s lineup. The Spurs, currently 21-25 this season, are looking to make a push in the competitive Western Conference.
Meanwhile, LaVine’s move to the Kings will see him pairing up with Domantas Sabonis, as the Kings look to build on their recent playoff run in 2023. The Kings, currently sitting at 10th in the West with a record of 24-24, are hoping that this trade will help solidify their position in the standings.
In addition to the player swaps, San Antonio will also receive Jordan McLaughlin, while the Kings will receive Sidy Cissoko, three first-round picks, and three second-round picks as part of the deal.
The NBA landscape is set for a shakeup with these major trades, and fans will be eagerly anticipating how these new pairings will impact the teams’ performances on the court. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
