At the trade deadline, every fan of every team hopes a star is acquired. The bigger names typically hold most of the market's attention, and in 2025, it was Luka Doncic, moving from Texas to California, followed by players like Brandon Ingram and Jimmy Butler, who each swapped conferences.
However, players on the other side of the spectrum, who do not receive as much love from the media, can sometimes be more impactful than a star, as some who are paid high-end money have aspects of their game or mindset that lead to disappointing results.
Furthermore, the Clippers made a smart, bargained trade with the Atlanta Hawks for Bogdan Bogdanoviu0107.