2026 NBA Trade Deadline: Zubac Traded to Pacers
The 2026 NBA Trade Deadline has sparked significant activity, with several major trades reshaping team rosters across the league. One of the most talked-about transactions involved center Ivica Zubac, who has been traded from the Los Angeles Clippers to the Indiana Pacers.
Key Trades of the 2026 NBA Trade Deadline
Below is a roundup of the notable trades that occurred during this year’s deadline:
- Ivica Zubac to the Pacers: The Los Angeles Clippers traded Zubac to the Indiana Pacers. Along with Zubac, the Clippers received Bennedict Mathurin, Isaiah Jackson, two first-round picks, and one second-round pick.
- Xavier Tillman Sr. to the Hornets: The Boston Celtics dealt Tillman to the Charlotte Hornets as a way to maneuver out of the luxury tax, which netted the Hornets $3.5 million.
- Jonathan Kuminga and Buddy Hield: The Golden State Warriors sent Kuminga and Hield to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for Kristaps Porzingis, marking a significant move for both teams.
- Ayo Dosunmu and Julian Phillips: The Chicago Bulls traded these players to the Minnesota Timberwolves for Rob Dillingham, Leonard Miller, and four second-round picks.
- Tyus Jones to the Mavericks: The Charlotte Hornets dealt Jones to the Dallas Mavericks, with guard Malaki Branham heading the other way.
Additional Moves
Several other trades also made headlines :
- Eric Gordon to the Grizzlies: The Philadelphia 76ers sent veteran guard Gordon to the Memphis Grizzlies in exchange for a second-round pick swap.
- Hunter Tyson to the Nets: The Denver Nuggets traded Tyson along with a 2032 second-round pick to the Brooklyn Nets.
- Three-Team Deal: The Milwaukee Bucks facilitated a three-team trade involving Cole Anthony and Amir Coffey moving to the Phoenix Suns.
- Luke Kennard to the Lakers: The Los Angeles Lakers acquired Kennard from the Atlanta Hawks, sending Gabe Vincent and a future pick in return.
Looking Ahead
As the dust settles from these trades, teams will focus on adjusting their lineups ahead of the postseason. The changes made during this trade deadline could have lasting implications on team dynamics and overall performance in the remainder of the season.
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