Basketball trades refer to the process of exchanging players, coaches, or other personnel between basketball teams, typically within professional leagues such as the NBA. These trades are strategic decisions made by team management to improve team performance, address weaknesses, or optimize salary cap space. Trades can involve one or more players and might also include draft picks or cash considerations. The timing of trades often coincides with specific periods within the basketball season, such as the trade deadline, where teams make critical evaluations of their rosters and future prospects. Successful trades can significantly impact a team’s competitiveness, fan engagement, and overall success in the league.
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