The best player traded at each deadline this century
The NBA trade deadline is one of the most exciting times of the year for basketball fans, giving supporters of every team feelings of hope and intrigue that their squads might be able to add immediate improvements that’ll help out during the stretch run of the campaign.
Oftentimes, however, the hype is greater than the reality, as a lot of trade deadlines end up with nary an exciting move being made.
Other trade deadlines, though, see legitimate blockbuster moves are made and huge names switch teams mid-season.
Below, check out the best player moved at each trade deadline week this century.