Other Key Intel From Around The League:
Atlanta Hawks: The Hawks have made Bogdan Bogdanovic and Danilo Gallinari available in trade talks leading up to the trade deadline and they would like to make a move to bolster their defense, which ranks 27th in the league in defensive rating at the moment.
Charlotte Hornets: While still in the market for an impactful big man, the Hornets are not willing to give up too many future assets right now.
Christian Wood, Richaun Holmes and Myles Turner remain on the Hornets’ radar leading up to the trade deadline, but Charlotte is unwilling to part with anyone from their core group of Ball/Rozier/Bridges/Hayward at the moment.
New York Knicks: In addition to having interest in CJ McCollum, the Knicks are also showing high interest in De’Aaron Fox and Jerami Grant, sources tell NBA Analysis Network. Trading Julius Randle is a possibility for New York to get what they want right away.
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Utah Jazz: Joe Ingles’ ACL injury threw a wrench into Utah’s plans this season, but they are still actively pursuing a trade involving the 34-year-old’s contract. The Jazz have strong interest in adding another two-way wing, as well as upgrading their shooting depth.