Who can’t be traded until December 15th?
Free agent who joins an NBA club cannot be traded for the following three months or until December 15, whichever comes later
While clubs search the trade market for prospective deals to round out their rosters in preparation for training camp, they need to keep in mind a number of trade regulations. Most notably, deals involving recently signed free agents are prohibited until at least December 15.
According to the Collective Bargaining Agreement of the National Basketball Association (NBA), a free agent who joins an NBA club cannot be traded for the following three months or until December 15, whichever comes later. Certain newly signed players match a few precise conditions and can’t be moved until January 15. These players are restricted from being traded.
This year’s trade deadline might be exciting, as there is still a chance that the Los Angeles Lakers could make a significant deal to strengthen their squad around LeBron James and Anthony Davis to make a run for the playoffs. In addition to this, the New York Knicks are said to be ready to part ways with Derrick Rose, Immanuel Quickley, Evan Fournier, and Cam Reddish after getting off to a sluggish start to the season. This might indicate that the Knicks are seeking to spice things up. As the date approaches closer, it is expected that more clubs may also emerge as prospective participants.
"The Lakers have discussed sending a protected first-round pick, as well as salary like Patrick Beverley, to the Pistons for Bojan Bogdanovic, sources tell me."
— The Rally (@TheRally) December 13, 2022
NBA Insider @ShamsCharania reports on the Lakers pursuing shooting in the trade market. pic.twitter.com/Mzfs4NNyzB
The NBA list of eligible players for trade only till December 15th
Atlanta Hawks
- Aaron Holiday
- Frank Kaminsky
Boston Celtics
- Danilo Gallinari
- Sam Hauser
- Luke Kornet
- Justin Jackson
- Noah Vonleh
Brooklyn Nets
- Kessler Edwards *
- Patty Mills
- Markieff Morris
- Edmond Sumner
- T.J. Warren
- Yuta Watanabe
Charlotte Hornets
- None
Chicago Bulls
- Goran Dragic
- Andre Drummond
- Derrick Jones Jr. *
Cleveland Cavaliers
- Robin Lopez
- Raul Neto
- Ricky Rubio
Dallas Mavericks
- JaVale McGee
- Theo Pinson *
Denver Nuggets
- Bruce Brown
- DeAndre Jordan
- Davon Reed
Detroit Pistons
- Marvin Bagley III
- Kevin Knox
- Rodney McGruder *
Golden State Warriors
- Donte DiVincenzo
- JaMychal Green
Houston Rockets
- None
Indiana Pacers
- James Johnson
- Jalen Smith
Los Angeles Clippers
- John Wall
Los Angeles Lakers
- Troy Brown
- Thomas Bryant
- Damian Jones
- Juan Toscano-Anderson
- Lonnie Walker
Memphis Grizzlies
- None
Miami Heat
- Udonis Haslem *
- Caleb Martin
Milwaukee Bucks
- Jevon Carter *
- Serge Ibaka *
- Joe Ingles
- Wesley Matthews *
Minnesota Timberwolves
- Kyle Anderson
- Bryn Forbes
- Nathan Knight
- Austin Rivers
New Orleans Pelicans
- None
New York Knicks
- Jalen Brunson
- Isaiah Hartenstein
- Jericho Sims
Oklahoma City Thunder
- Mike Muscala *
Orlando Magic
- Bol Bol
Philadelphia 76ers
- James Harden *
- Montrezl Harrell
- Danuel House
- P.J. Tucker
Phoenix Suns
- Bismack Biyombo *
- Damion Lee
- Josh Okogie
Portland Trail Blazers
- Drew Eubanks *
- Gary Payton II
Sacramento Kings
- Matthew Dellavedova
- Chima Moneke
- Malik Monk
- KZ Okpala
San Antonio Spurs
- Gorgui Dieng
Toronto Raptors
- Justin Champagnie *
- Juancho Hernangomez
- Otto Porter Jr.
Utah Jazz
- Simone Fontecchio
- Collin Sexton
Washington Wizards
- Taj Gibson
- Anthony Gill
- Delon Wright
This day marks the unofficial start of trade season, which lasts through Thursday, Feb. 9. All league general managers mark it on their calendars. Trades have been scarce this season for a reason. To extend the pool of moveable components, front offices waited for this day.