NBA Trade Rumors: Rui Hachimura, Jerami Grant  Among Full List of Trade-Eligible Players on January 15

With the NBA trade deadline approaching on February 8, a notable group of players became trade-eligible on January 15. This is due to the lifting of the “newly signed trade restriction” on their contracts, allowing them to be included in transactions.

Key Players in the Mix

Among the noteworthy players who became trade-eligible, Portland forward Jerami Grant stands out. Grant recently signed a lucrative five-year, $160 million deal with Portland and is averaging 21.4 points per game this season, making him an intriguing trade prospect.

Lakers’ Trade Rumors

Rui Hachimura and Austin Reaves from the LA Lakers are mentioned in trade rumors as the team seeks to upgrade its roster. While Reaves is considered almost certainly off-limits, Hachimura’s trade eligibility adds to the Lakers’ flexibility.

Trade-Eligible Players List:

• • Cameron Johnson (Nets) – $24,456,522
  • Miles Bridges (Hornets) – $7,921,300
  • P.J. Washington (Hornets) – $16,847,826
  • Ayo Dosunmu (Bulls) – $6,481,482
  • Coby White (Bulls) – $11,111,111
  • Rui Hachimura (Lakers) – $15,740,741
  • Austin Reaves (Lakers) – $12,015,150
  • Brook Lopez (Bucks) – $25,000,000
  • Herbert Jones (Pelicans) – $12,015,150
  • Mo Wagner (Magic) – $8,000,000
  • Paul Reed (76ers) – $7,723,000
  • Jerami Grant (Trail Blazers) – $27,586,207
  • Matisse Thybulle (Trail Blazers) – $10,500,000
  • Trey Lyles (Kings) – $8,000,000
  • Tre Jones (Spurs) – $9,895,833
  • Jakob Poeltl (Raptors) – $19,500,000

Trade Deadline:

The NBA trade deadline for the 2023-24 season is set for Thursday, February 8. Teams have until 3:00 p.m. ET on that day to finalize deals.

The report notes that in the past, some players who became trade-eligible in January eventually got traded either ahead of the deadline or during the offseason. The mentioned names are worth monitoring for potential trade activity.

As the trade season heats up, teams will be exploring opportunities to make strategic moves before the looming deadline. The list of trade-eligible players provides insights into potential trade discussions and player movements.