2025 NBA trade deadline
The impossible Luka–Davis shock
Dallas sent Luka Dončić to the Lakers for a package led by Anthony Davis, while Jimmy Butler, De'Aaron Fox and Zach LaVine also changed teams.
Why this window matters
#1 in the Sportsboxd NBA trade deadlines ranking
A 25-year-old franchise player was traded without a public request, instantly making this the deadline against which every future surprise will be measured.
In the order it happened
The transaction timeline
Major signings, trades and roster decisions are ordered by announcement or completion date. Open linked trades for the original package and every downstream asset.
February 1 · Trade
Luka Dončić and Anthony Davis change teams
Dallas and Los Angeles completed one of the most unexpected superstar trades in league history, with Utah facilitating the three-team construction.
February 2 · Trade
De'Aaron Fox reaches San Antonio
The Spurs paired Fox with Victor Wembanyama while Zach LaVine moved to Sacramento in a three-team deal.
February 5 · Trade
Jimmy Butler joins Golden State
Miami ended its standoff with Butler and the Warriors committed a new contract to Stephen Curry's latest co-star.
February 6 · Deadline day
The final wave reshapes rotations
Brandon Ingram, Khris Middleton and additional veteran starters moved as teams completed an unusually star-heavy week.