8legs: Nba trade deadline

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The Clippers face a critical deadline decision on James Harden and Kawhi Leonard as they weigh a win-now move versus rebuilding.
Harden could help the Clippers acquire future assets due to a favorable contract and playoff pedigree.
Leonard’s trade would be harder due to his $50 million salary and injury concerns.
The team controls no own first-round pick until 2030, constraining potential pivots.
Ballmer must decide whether to risk assets to pursue playoffs or a rebuild path.
The All-Star Weekend event at Intuit Dome is cited as a reason to avoid a drastic rebuild.
Clippers’ potential moves aim to upgrade with multiple first-round picks if available.
The article notes Harden’s market value as a potential catalyst for a strategic shift.
The piece emphasizes the tension between remaining competitive now and rebuilding for the future.
The report frames the potential trades as the franchise’s only plausible option to pivot.
The article highlights the franchise’s struggle to balance assets and competitive pressure.

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Pacers are in active trade talks to find a long-term center of the future as they reset for the Feb. 5 deadline.
Indiana targets a high-ceiling center rather than aging stars, with Turner gone and Haliburton out for the season.
Walker Kessler surfaced as a potential option after the Pacers reportedly inquired about him for a long time.
KSL's Ben Anderson cited that Indiana has inquired about Kessler for a long time as reported by SB Nation.
Haliburton's season-long absence due to an Achilles injury adds to Indiana's urgency to rebuild.
The Pacers' 6-18 start amplifies the case for a frontcourt upgrade to remain competitive.
Indiana may avoid aging centers and pursue a higher-ceiling player to boost their contender window.
The trade talks could position the Pacers for a strong draft pick and future healthful return next season.
The report links the Pacers' strategy to a broader rebuild around health and youth.
News comes from ESPN insider Shams Charania and SB Nation reporting.

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The Utah Jazz have significant cap flexibility heading into the trade deadline, enabling potential salary absorption.
New details show the Jazz have just over $10 million in cap space, second in the NBA.
Danny Ainge’s front office is viewed as a potential facilitator to move money and gain future assets.
Past moves show the Jazz have previously shed salary and aided other teams to acquire assets.
The Jazz could become a third-team mover to help teams manage payroll while pursuing future assets.
ESPN’s Shams Charania highlighted the Jazz among teams capable of navigating apron restrictions.
The Nets, Pistons, and Jazz are cited as the only teams with substantial room to absorb large deals without apron impact.
The Jazz have previously acted as a facilitator in major trades to speed up their rebuild.
Upcoming trade season and December 15 loosening restrictions could open more opportunities for the Jazz.
Utah Jazz have demonstrated a pattern of leveraging cap space to acquire future picks and assets.

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