NBA Trade Deadline preview: new homes for Giannis, Ja’s value & impact of the draft

Kevin O’Connor & Tom Haberstroh dive deep into the unfolding Giannis Antetokounmpo trade saga ahead of the February 5th deadline. The pair give an extensive breakdown of the teams—Warriors, Timberwolves, Hawks, Heat, Knicks and more—positioned to make big moves for the Bucks superstar.

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They also debate which teams stand to benefit most from their lottery odds in a loaded NBA Draft, analyze Ja Morant’s market value, talk Michael Porter Jr. trade destinations and more!

(0:44) Giannis ‘ready for a new home’
(6:52) Warriors case for getting Giannis
(9:57) Should Timberwolves trade for Giannis?
(20:29) Rockets & Spurs not interested in Giannis trade
(28:46) Could Blazers facilitate the trade?
(36:14) 5 teams for Ja Morant
(44:48) Should Lakers trade for MPJ?
(54:05) Draft Class: Dybantsa vs. Peterson
(1:06:47) KOC Show mailbag

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN – JANUARY 21: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks looks on against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the fourth quarter at Fiserv Forum on January 21, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)

(Patrick McDermott)

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Author : Kevin O'Connor,Tom Haberstroh

Publish date : 2026-01-29 20:02:00

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