Trade Update Summary: Clippers and Trail Blazers may pursue DeRozan; Lakers and Warriors show interest in Nets’ center

On November 29th Beijing time, ClutchPoints reporter Siegel reported that among the Kings’ three veteran stars viewed as possible midseason trade targets, DeRozan seems the most probable to be traded before the February 6 deadline.Siegel stated that teams including the Bucks, Clippers, Heat, Trail Blazers, and Grizzlies are potential pursuers of DeRozan..

Siegel explained that DeRozan’s contract structure is relatively team-friendly: this season’s salary is $24.6 million, and the 2026-27 season salary is $25.7 million with $10 million partially guaranteed. This makes him a more feasible trade option for most teams compared to LaVine or Sabonis. LaVine’s salary this season is $47.5 million, with a $49 million player option in 2026-27; Sabonis has a $42.3 million salary in 2025-26, with total salaries reaching $94 million over the next two seasons.

Sabonis, currently sidelined due to a meniscus tear, may need to prove his health before attracting serious trade interest. Siegel revealed that the Kings’ big man is expected to begin his comeback training phase around Christmas during his rehabilitation.

Additionally, reporter Sidney mentioned that the Lakers, Rockets, Timberwolves, and Warriors are expected to show interest in quality 3-and-D player Keon Ellis.

Here are more NBA trade updates from Siegel—

There is a “growing consensus” in the league that the Timberwolves are willing to sell forward Randle high this season through a suitable trade. It is well known that the Timberwolves have been seeking a point guard, having reached out to Morant and, according to sources, also inquired about Cavaliers guard Garland over the past year. However, the Timberwolves lack tradable first-round picks, which will hinder any major deals.

Nets center Claxton is viewed as a potential trade candidate, with league insiders suggesting he might be a target for the Warriors. However, Siegel pointed out that since the Nets did not intend to use cap space to pursue Kuminga as a restricted free agent this summer, the fifth-year forward does not appear to be a Nets acquisition target. Furthermore, Siegel mentioned that Claxton was considered one of the Lakers’ potential targets as early as last season.

The Pacers are among the teams monitoring Kuminga quietly since last season, speculating whether the Warriors would be interested in trades involving Mathurin. Siegel added that the league generally believes the Pacers might consider trading players like Mathurin, Jalen Walker, or Obi Toppin due to their future salary situation.

The Warriors are interested in forwards Trey Murphy III and Herbert Jones and may negotiate with the Pelicans this season. It is unclear if New Orleans is willing to trade Murphy or Jones, but Siegel explained these two players fit the Warriors’ profile of “versatile wings” they might target in a Kuminga-related trade.

If the Heat trade Wiggins this season, they will seek a first-round pick plus one or two players who can immediately contribute to the rotation. Siegel revealed that the Lakers contacted Wiggins during the offseason, and the Bucks also inquired about him, but the Heat have not engaged in any serious trade talks regarding the veteran forward recently.