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NBA trade candidates list includes Anthony Davis and Joel Embiid

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 14, 2026, 1:04 PM

Last updated Oct 14, 2026

NBA trade candidates list includes Anthony Davis and Joel Embiid
Summary

As the NBA approaches the 2026-27 season, trade speculation heats up with a list of 50 potential trade candidates. Key names include Anthony Davis of the Wizards, who may attract interest if he stays healthy and plays well, and Joel Embiid of the 76ers, who has a lucrative contract that may lead to an eventual deal. The trade season officially ramps up on December 15 when many 2026 free agents can be traded, providing teams with clearer evaluations of their rosters after two months of play. Other notable candidates are Jimmy Butler, Paul George, and De'Aaron Fox, suggesting a fluid for team rosters as the season unfolds.

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  • •Anthony Davis is a top candidate for trade if he performs well.
  • •Joel Embiid has a supermax contract, making him a valuable asset.
  • •Trade discussions are likely to intensify after December 15.
  • •Other candidates include Jimmy Butler and Paul George.
  • •The ongoing preseason will impact team decisions on trades.
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  • 1:04 PMCBS Sports — Top 50 NBA trade candidates for 2026-27 season: Anthony Davis, Zion Williamson and more names to watch
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NBA trade season really never ends these days, and here are 50 players who could be moving during the new season

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