RealGM Basketball Wiretap

02 February 2026

• Cavs Trade De'Andre Hunter To Kings For Dennis Schroder, Keon Ellis; Kings Send Dario Saric To Bulls

  The Cleveland Cavaliers are trading forward De'Andre Hunter to the Sacramento Kings. Cleveland will acquire guards Dennis Schroder and Keon Ellis from Sacramento. The Kings are also trading Dario Saric to the Bulls, who will acquire a 2027 second-round pick from the Cavaliers and a 2029 second-round pick from the Kings.

  The Cavs will save nearly $50 million in terms of salary and tax penalties by trading Hunter. Cleveland also picks up more backcourt depth with the additions of Schroder and Ellis. The Cavs guard rotation has been hit with injuries with Darius Garland and Max Strus out, and Sam Merrill having missed considerable time this season.

  The Kings are said to be excited to add Hunter to Keegan Murray in a new-look forward pairing, while opening up backcourt minutes for rookie Nique Clifford.

  Chicago will bring Saric in via a trade exception and is picking up two second-round picks for helping to facilitate the deal. The Bulls will reportedly waive Jevon Carter to create the roster spot to complete this trade.

• Coby White Emerges As Most Likely Bulls Guard To Be Traded Before Deadline

  Chicago Bulls guards Coby White, Ayo Dosunmu and Tre Jones have attracted significant trade interest from rival teams ahead of the February 5 NBA trade deadline. White currently stands as the most probable Bulls guard to be moved before next Thursday's deadline for several reasons.

  Multiple sources indicate White is expected to command the highest salary among the three guards when he reaches free agency this summer. White rejected extension discussions last fall that would have resulted in a four-year deal worth $87 million. White, who represented by Ty Sullivan and Steven Heumann, is seeking a contract exceeding those figures on the open market.

  The Bulls appear reluctant to commit substantial salary to a secondary ballhandler after signing Josh Giddey to a four-year, $100 million extension in restricted free agency last fall. White has performed best as a primary offensive initiator, while Dosunmu has thrived in a supporting role alongside Giddey.

  Dosunmu holds additional value to Chicago as a Chicagoland native, something the organization has consistently prioritized throughout its history. Sources indicate he has developed strong rapport with the Bulls' coaching staff. His ability to contribute effectively on both ends while playing a complementary game increases his retention likelihood.

  The Minnesota Timberwolves have emerged as a team with interest in White due to connections between president Tim Connelly and Bulls general manager Arturas Karnisovas from their Denver Nuggets tenure and their obvious need at guard. However, Minnesota may hesitate to acquire White as merely a rest-of-season rental without long-term security. The Wolves reportedly show more reluctance to part with Mike Conley Jr. than previously suggested, though Rob Dillingham appears more available.

  White is averaging 19.0 points, 4.7 assists and 3.5 rebounds in 28.8 minutes across 25 games. He is shooting 37 percent from three-point range this season.

  Dosunmu is posting 14.5 points, 3.4 assists and 2.7 rebounds in 25.9 minutes across 40 games. He is converting 45.3 percent of 4.3 three-point attempts per game.

  Jones is contributing 12.4 points, 5.8 assists and 3.0 rebounds in 26.9 minutes across 38 games. He is shooting 32.8 percent on just 1.7 three-pointers per game.

  The February 5 deadline looms as the critical date for Chicago to determine whether to capitalize on White's trade value or risk losing him without compensation this offseason. The Bulls face a challenging decision regarding their backcourt configuration moving forward.

• Coby White, Ayo Dosunmu Remain Frequent Target Of Trade Discussions

  The Chicago Bulls' Coby White and Ayo Dosunmu are frequent targets for trade discussions ahead of the February 5 deadline, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line.

  Both players are set to be unrestricted free agents this summer.

  It was reported that the Bulls are more realistic in trade discussions this season. The team have been linked with Zion Williamson, Yves Missi, and Domantas Sabonis.

  Dosunmu said earlier this month that he hoped to remain with the Bulls.

  White is averaging 18.8 points and 4.7 assists on the year.

  Dosunmu is averaging 14.3 points and 3.5 assists this season.

• Tre Jones Out At Least Two Weeks With Hamstring Strain

  The Chicago Bulls welcomed Josh Giddey back to the lineup from a hamstring strain just in time to lose another guard to a hamstring strain. Tre Jones will miss at least two weeks with a strained left hamstring.

  Jones has been a key player as both a starter and reserve for Billy Donovan this season. The veteran point guard is averaging 12.4 points, 3.0 rebounds, 5.8 assists and 1.3 steals per game.

  Chicago does have Giddey back in the lineup now, and will rely on Coby White and Ayo Dosunmu while Jones is out. The Bulls have won three straight games to get back to .500 on the season.

• Yves Missi Generating Most Interest On Pelicans; Pacers Explore Deal Involving Bennedict Mathurin

  Yves Missi has been generating the most trade interest for the New Orleans Pelicans, according to Jake Fischer of The People's Insider.

  The Pacers have reportedly made calls for Missi, with the two teams discussing a framework for a deal involving Bennedict Mathurin going to the Pelicans.

  The Pacers are still hoping to get a greater return for Mathurin than Missi as they look to add a starting-caliber center to pair alongside Tyrese Haliburton next year.

  Fischer adds that the Bulls "covet" Missi. And with Nikola Vucevic in the final year of his contract, it is unlikely that he will be dealt at the deadline.

  It was also reported that the Knicks have inquired about Missi.

  Missi is averaging 5.5 points and 5.5 rebounds on the year.

  The Pelicans are also gauging the market on Jose Alvarado and Jordan Poole.

• Bulls, Pelicans Have Discussed Deals Involving Zion Williamson, Yves Missi

  The Chicago Bulls have had trade discussions with the New Orleans Pelicans over Zion Williamson and Yves Missi, confirmed Joe Cowley of Chicago Sun-Times.

  The Pelicans informed teams that they would not trade Williamson, though Cowley adds that talks over Missi have momentum.

  It was reported last week that the Bulls and vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas are much more realistic in trade discussions ahead of this upcoming deadline.

  The Bulls have several unrestricted free agents this summer, including Ayo Dosunmu, Zach Collins, Kevin Hurter, Coby White, and Nikola Vucevic.

  The Timberwolves have also inquired about White, Dosunmu, and Tre Jones.

• Josh Giddey Could Return Thursday Versus Clippers

  Josh Giddey could return to the Chicago Bulls' lineup on Thursday against the Los Angeles Clippers, according to head coach Billy Donovan.

  Giddey has missed the last 11 games with a strained hamstring.

  "Feels pretty good," Donovan said. "I think it's just waiting to hear from the medical of what they want to do and how Josh feels. But everything that I've gotten from Josh in medical is that there were no setbacks and he's doing well."

  Giddey is averaging 19.2 points, 8.9 rebounds, and 9 assists on the year.

  The Bulls are 21-22 on the season.

• Bulls 'More Realistic' In Trade Demands Ahead Of Deadline

  The Chicago Bulls and vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas are more transparent and "realistic" in their trade demands ahead of this upcoming deadline, according to Joe Cowley of the Chicago Sun-Times.

  The Bulls are currently 19-21 on the season.

  Several players on the roster have reportedly been in trade discussions, with the Timberwolves among the teams interested in Coby White. The Bulls have signaled they are more open to trading White than in past years.

  The Bulls are expected to have interest in the Warriors' Jonathan Kuminga, with the two sides having discussed a deal over Nikola Vucevic over last summer.

  Chicago has several other unrestricted free agents this summer, including Ayo Dosunmu, Zach Collins, Kevin Hurter, White, and Vucevic.

• Josh Giddey Ramping Up Towards Return; Zach Collins Out Through All-Star Break

  Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey has begun the ramp-up process towards a return to play. Giddey has been out since suffering a left hamstring strain on December 29.

  On the season, Giddey has averaged career-highs nearly across the board. The 6-foot-7 guard is averaging 19.2 points, 8.9 rebounds and 9.0 assists, which are all career-bests. Giddey is also hitting for 47/39/76 shooting splits.

  The news wasn't as good for Bulls big man Zach Collins. He's been down since December 27 due to a big toe sprain. Chicago head coach Billy Donovan expects Collins to be in a walking boot for the next few weeks and to be out through the All-Star break in mid-February.

• Heat-Bulls Game Rescheduled For January 29; Will Play Each Other In Three Straight Games

  The Chicago Bulls' matchup at home against the Miami Heat has been rescheduled for January 29.

  The matchup from last week was postponed due to condensation at the United Center.

  The Heat and Bulls will now play each other in three consecutive games. The Heat were scheduled to host the Bulls on January 30 and February 1, with those games now rescheduled for January 31 and February 1.

  The schedule adjustment also means that the Bulls and Heat will be playing four games in five nights.