Instant impacts and ongoing projects from the most recent trade deadline
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By Shaun Powell
Published on March 4, 2026.
The NBA's most recent trade deadline saw several notable players traded, with Paul George and Paul George among the main figures moving on to the LA Clippers in exchange for picks and a player coming off his rookie season named Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. However, the impact of these deals could be years away from being fully implemented, as there are future draft picks to be exercised and new young players to develop. Some of these players have yet to play for the likes of Anthony Davis, Trae Young, and Ivica Zubac, who are currently dealing with injuries. Jonathan Kuminga from Golden State Warriors and Jonathan Kominga from the Hawks have been praised as a steal by some, while Komingas' price tag was surprising. Jared McCain from the 76ers to the Thunder was a classic buy-low trade, giving the Thunder a perimeter presence. James Harden from the Clippers was traded to the Cavaliers for a player who had been a superstar in Houston, while Harden from Houston, Brooklyn, and Philadelphia were also considered valuable assets.
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