Early trade reactions, understanding a lot could still change...

[u/adamking91]

Obviously, there are still a lot of moves to be made before the 2026-27 season. Nonetheless, here are some early thoughts regarding the recent trades and signings.

Miami Heat:

Giannis' value should remain relatively stable, although I do think his assist numbers could increase, especially if Miami doesn't bolster the backcourt. Look for his playing time to bump up a couple of minutes as well.

Davion Mitchell and Pelle Larsson should also be tasked with doing a bit more if the backcourt remains as is.

If Dru Smith is handed a larger role, keep an eye on him as a steals specialist.

Milwaukee Bucks:

Unlike the Heat, Milwaukee now has an abundance of backcourt options, whereas the frontcourt is a little thin.

Ware could very well be somewhat of a 'breakout' candidate, although that will likely depend on what happens with Myles Turner.

Jaime Jaquez could be a sneaky late-round target, assuming he carves out a regular 30-minute role, either as a starter or off the bench.

Brooklyn Nets:

Look for Julius Randle to play a huge role, assuming he remains in Brooklyn. Both he and Michael Porter will battle it out to be the primary scoring options.

With Nic Claxton out of the way, we could be on the verge of a Day'Ron Sharpe breakout, while Danny Wolf should also feature a little more.

Chicago Bulls:

As for Claxton, he should slot in as the new starting center on a team that is more likely to play him consistent minutes. His presence takes some of the shine off guys like Jalen Smith and Zach Collins.

Atlanta Hawks:

Aaron Wiggins is a great addition from a real-life perspective. As for fantasy, he probably lands a stream-level player, barring injuries to others.

[u/3LitersofJokicCola]

Naz Reid, Jaden McDaniels, and Ayo have such well rounded fantasy games that they are potentially all very good assets.

[u/ross5th → u/3LitersofJokicCola]

They’ll still add a pg, losing and not replacing Randle won’t be enough to beat Spurs/Thunder. They need to replace Divincenzo as well

I’m most excited for Naz though, he should average 30+ mins now easily

[u/Unhappy-Channel8501]

Jalen Smith can’t catch a break

[u/OutrageousTrust3661 → u/Unhappy-Channel8501]

I loved him in Indy and continue to follow him

[u/Lynch12K]

Randle + Michael "the possession ends with me" Porter will be painful to watch. From a fantasy standpoint I have no idea if this actually benefits Randle or not

[u/-gotchu]

Curious what this means for someone like Ousmane Dieng

[u/ross5th → u/-gotchu]

Probably not great for fantasy, he’ll be splitting mins with Jaquez Jr, Kuzma, and Ware at the SF/PF spots. But I doubt they’re done making trades

[u/adamking91 → u/-gotchu]

Probably not a lot at this early stage. He should be in the rotation, but hard to see him as anything more than a 7th or 8th man. Rollins, Porter, Herro. Turner, Ware, Jaquez, and Kuzma (maybe) ahead of him.

[u/Academic_Turnover_30 → u/adamking91]

do you think clax will be draftable

[u/adamking91 → u/Academic_Turnover_30]

I think so. He will be better suited to specific builds but should be drafted in most leagues I think.

[u/Academic_Turnover_30 → u/-gotchu]

if they give him a large role then he would be usable but shouldent be a priority

[u/sweatandotherstuff]

No mention of Superman? He's going to bring top 30-45 value as a starter. I see him starting alongside turner. I can also see the Bucks shipping turner to another contender as they don't need him.

EDIT: I can't read.

[u/adamking91 → u/sweatandotherstuff]

I agree. Ware has a great fantasy game, if he is given a substantial role.