Whenever the trade deadline rolls around, a tangible mist of hope descends on fanbases around the NBA. Notions of fix-all trades or superstar additions flood social media and debates surrounding a player's value become our preferred pastime. Yet, despite our consistent postulation, the trades that we've convinced ourselves are certified guarantees rarely come to fruition.
If you’re a Boston Celtics fan, nobody can blame you for firing up the trade machine a couple of times per day. Or for clicking every link that takes you to the latest trade rumor round-up. It’s a tough time to bleed green, that’s for sure.