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<p>Players like Wood and Oubre are hard to find. <strong>They are young and could contribute a lot to a franchise that needs top players for the bench or for a rebuilding project.</strong> It is likely that they will both have teams for the upcoming season, but they may have to wait until the last moment of free agency to sign.</p>


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<p>There are a few reasons why no team has signed Wood or Oubre yet. <strong>One possibility is that they are asking for too much money.</strong> Another possibility is that teams are concerned about their injury histories. Finally, it is also possible that teams are simply waiting to see what other players become available before making a decision.</p>



<h2>Why has no team signed Kelly Oubre and Christian Wood?</h2>



<p>Until now it is not known why they have not been signed despite the fact that they, Kelly Oubre and Christian Wood, <strong>are valuable players who have proven to be potential starters or bench backup for any NBA team</strong>.</p>



<p>However, Christian Wood <strong>is a particular case since he is considered a top center and it is likely that he has not yet been signed with a new team because he is asking for a lot of money.</strong></p>



<p>Wood’s former contract with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/houston-rockets"><strong>Rockets</strong></a><strong> </strong>was for $41 million over three years, and Oubre’s former contract with the Hornets was for $24 million over two years.</p>


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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-heat">Miami Heat</a></strong> have been heavily linked with <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/damian-lillard">Damian Lillard</a></strong> this offseason, as the Portland Trail Blazers star could be looking to play for a contender. In the meantime, they also seem to have a <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/luka-doncic">Luka Doncic</a></strong> teammate at the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-mavericks">Dallas Maverick</a>s</strong> on their radar.</p>



<p>Erik Spoelstra’s team has once again made a deep playoff run, making all the way to the <strong>NBA</strong> Finals for the second time in the last four years. But for some reason, they <strong>couldn’t go the distance in 2020 or 2023</strong>.</p>



<p>It’s safe to say that reason is the lack of another star next to Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo, which explains their reported interest in Lillard. However, the Heat <strong>seem to evaluate other options as well</strong>.</p>



<h2>Rumor: Miami Heat target Christian Wood</h2>



<p>According to Jake Fischer of Yahoo! Sports, the Miami Heat are keeping an eye on <strong>Christian Wood</strong>. The 27-year-old spent the last season with the <strong>Mavs</strong>, but now is set to become <strong>an unrestricted free agent</strong>.</p>



<p>But of course, the team’s priority seems to be Lillard and it would be <strong>willing to wait as long as it takes</strong> to make a move for the Blazers superstar:</p>



<p><em>“The most consistent Portland rumbling around the league isn’t even about Portland necessarily, but the Miami Heat’s patience for Lillard to actually seek a new destination prior to the 2023-24 season. But before that bridge is crossed, and if Lillard never truly wavers in his commitment to the Blazers, the Heat have their own wonky accounting to navigate this summer.”</em></p>






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<p>The Heat have shown they’re capable of contending in the last few years, but they didn’t have enough to get the job done and win a championship. Therefore, Miami will be <strong>a team</strong> to watch this offseason.</p>


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<p>The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-Rumors-Andre-Iguodala-and-former-stars-who-could-retire-this-season-20230112-0012.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>NBA season</strong></a> is a long grind with multiple ebbs and flows. And those teams that don’t look to get better and adjust rarely get the job done. That’s why the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-Rumors-The-odd-reason-no-one-wants-to-trade-with-the-Lakers-20230113-0008.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>trade deadline</strong> </a>can be a breaking point for<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-News-Damian-Lillard-picks-a-player-to-win-an-NBA-Championship-with-20221211-0046.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NBA championship</a> contenders.</strong></p>
<p>Likewise, struggling teams use the trade deadline to get<strong> salary off their books </strong>and land some draft capital in return. And we don’t expect this current season to be the exception to that ruleby any means.</p>
<p>With the NBA trade deadline zooming in by the day, <strong>some of the league’s <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-News-Shaq-compares-Nikola-Jokic-to-an-NBA-legend-20221221-0049.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">finest big men</a> </strong>could be available and ready to find a new team. Here, we let you know about the three likeliest candidates to be traded.</p>
<h2>NBA Rumors: 3 Big Men That Could Be Traded Soon</h2>
<h3>3. Jakob Poeltl</h3>
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<p><strong>Jakob Poeltl </strong>has been on the trade block for quite some time now. The <strong>San Antonio Spurs</strong> aren’t looking to compete, and he’s been one of the few bright spots on their team on both ends of the floor.</p>
<p>Poeltl is a solid<strong> pick-and-roll defender, </strong>a dominant rebounder, and a guy who won’t try to do too much on offense. He’s an intelligent team-defenderand has improved his rim-running skills as well.</p>
<h3>2. Pascal Siakam</h3>
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<p><strong>Pascal Siakam </strong>never took that leap forward as a franchise player, but he’s still one of the best power forwards in the game right now. He doesn’t mind taking a step back and being the no. 2 or 3 option, and he’s very efficient regardless.</p>
<p>Siakam can put the ball on the floor<strong> </strong>and create for others.<strong> </strong>He can also play in the low post with his back to the rim, pull up and knock down three-pointers, or play as a small-ball center if needed, but the <strong>Toronto Raptors </strong>need to get younger and get salary off their books.</p>
<h3>1. Christian Wood</h3>
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<p>Following a breakout season, <strong>Christian Wood</strong> has struggled to establish himself around the league. He’s a serviceable big man, albeit he’s making way too much money to be just ‘serviceable.’</p>
<p>Perhaps, all Wood needs is to find a place that suits his skill set. He’s a solid rebounder on both ends of the floor, but he’s been a defensive liability for the <strong>Dallas Mavericks</strong> this season. Still, his offensive skills make him an intriguing player for multiple contenders.</p>

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<p>Though the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/5-nba-rookies-to-shine-in-the-nba-2022-23-season-20220718-0033.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>2022-23 NBA regular season</strong></a> is just getting started, the first two weeks of the year have already given us enough signs to start making earlypredictions. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-news-patrick-beverley-makes-bold-comment-about-russell-westbrooks-new-role-in-the-lakers-20221102-0001.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Russell Westbrook</strong></a>, for instance, isin the conversation for the <strong>Sixth Man of the Year Award</strong>.</p>
<p>It’s safe to say that no one could have imagined the 18-year veteran in this situation a few months back, but right now it’s a very real possibility. Reigning 6MOTY<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-news-tyler-herro-and-young-players-poised-to-become-first-time-all-stars-20221003-0009.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Tyler Herro</strong></a> was promoted to starter by the <strong>Heat</strong> after signing a lucrative extension, so the award might be up for grabs this year.</p>
<p>The fact that the last back-to-back holder of the accolade was <strong>Lou Williams</strong> in 2019 gives us yet another reason to believe we’ll have a new winner this time. Apart from Westbrook, these are the <strong>other potential candidates.</strong></p>
<h2>3.Russell Westbrook (Lakers)</h2>
<p>When it looked like we had seen enough of Russell Westbrook at the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-news-lebron-james-anthony-davis-address-lakers-benching-russell-westbrook-20221102-0019.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Los AngelesLakers</strong></a>, <strong>Darvin Ham</strong> has found him a new role that suits him perfectly. Brodie may have struggled in the past, but coming off the bench has certainly helped him turn things around in LA.</p>
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<p>Not only has Westbrook contributedin defense, but he also <strong>proved to be more productive</strong> for the teamleading thesecond unit. If he continues to post double-digit points in this role, we should expect Russ to be <strong>a serious candidate</strong>.</p>
<h2>2. Christian Wood (Mavericks)</h2>
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<p>Third-year guard <strong>Christian Wood</strong> was one of the first to emerge as an early candidate for the award with his impressive contribution coming off the bench for the <strong>Dallas Mavericks</strong>.</p>
<p>In the final year of his contract, Wood has accepted a secondary role after being a starter for two years in Houston and is giving the <strong>Mavs</strong> the boost they need from the bench. With <strong>Luka Doncic</strong> on pace for the MVP, Dallas could have another award winner in Wood.</p>
<h2>1. Bennedict Mathurin (Pacers)</h2>
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<p>It didn’t take long for <strong>Bennedict Mathurin</strong> to prove the NBA what he’s made of. In his first year in the league, the shooting guard is already proving the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/lebron-james-receives-a-rude-challenge-from-rookie-taken-in-nba-draft-by-indiana-pacers-20220624-0041.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Pacers</strong></a> were right in using their first-round pick on him.</p>
<p>Though Mathurin could make Indiana’s starting lineup at any moment, his production off the bench has so far been terrificfor a rebuilding team. While he’s simultaneously on pace for both the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-rumors-paolo-banchero-and-leading-candidates-for-rookie-of-the-year-20221103-0011.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Rookie of the Year</strong></a> and Sixth Man of the Year awards, Mathurin is also showing the Pacers he <strong>may have what it takes to turn the franchise around.</strong></p>
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<p>The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba-t19117" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>NBA</strong></a> trade deadline is still several weeks away but a few teams – like the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/indiana-pacers-t100210" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Indiana Pacers</a> and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/sacramento-kings-t100706" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sacramento Kings</a></strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/sacramento-kings-t100706" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> </a>– have already expressed their desire to <strong>move on from certain pieces</strong> and engage in trade talks.</p>
<p>Some big names like<strong> Damian Lillard, Kyrie Irving, and Ben Simmons</strong> have stolen most of the trade-related headlines as of late. But even if they’re moved, it’s unlikely to be any time soon as their contracts aren’t exactly easy to trade.</p>
<p>With that in mind, let’s take a look at the 5 best players that could be traded any time soon, with the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/los-angeles-lakers-t101482" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Lakers</a>, Clippers, and Sixers </strong>as some of the most active trade suitors looking to strengthen their roster.</p>
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<h2>NBA Rumors: 5 Stars That Could Be Traded Soon</h2>
<h3>5. Jerami Grant</h3>
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<p><strong>Season Stats: </strong><em>20.1 PPG, 4.8 RPG, 2.6 APG, 1.1 SPG, 41.8% FG</em></p>
<p>Simply put, the <strong>Detroit Pistons </strong>have no use for <strong>Jerami Grant </strong>and vice versa. He’s due to make $20 million and the Pistons don’t need him taking shots away from <strong>Cade Cunningham or Saddiq Bey.</strong></p>
<p>Grant <strong>is a versatile defender </strong>that can play and guard both forward spots and even some small-ball center. While not the best shooter, he’s capable of knocking down the occasional three-pointer. He’s the jack of all trades and would be a massive pickup for a contender.</p>
<h3>4. Buddy Hield</h3>
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<p><strong>Season Stats: </strong>15.9 PPG, 4.3 RPG, 2.3 APG, 3.6 3PG, 38.8% FG</p>
<p>Recently, the <strong>Sacramento Kings</strong> pretty much admitted that they fielded calls for <strong>Buddy Hield </strong>in the offseason, which is far from a surprise. He’s never hesitated to speak up and let the team know that he’s looking forward to a bigger challenge.</p>
<p>Hield is one of the most prolific three-point shooters in the Association. He can play at the two, the three, start, or come off the bench. He was pretty close to joining the <strong>Los Angeles Lakers</strong> last summer before they traded for <strong>Russell Westbrook.</strong></p>
<h3>3. Kemba Walker</h3>
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<p><strong>Season Stats: </strong><em>11.7 PPG, 2.6 RPG, 3.1 APG, 1.1 SPG, 42.9% FG</em></p>
<p><strong>Kemba Walker</strong> is out of the <strong>New York Knicks</strong> rotation but that doesn’t mean that he should be out of the league. He looked washed in New York and was even a worse defender than usual but he still has some left in the tank.</p>
<p>Walker could take his career back from the ground somewhere else. He’s on a team-friendly deal and is the ultimate low-risk / high-reward pickup. He could provide some instant offense off the bench<strong> for guard-needy contenders</strong>. We’re looking at you, Sixers.</p>
<h3>2. Christian Wood</h3>
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<p><strong>Season Stats:</strong> <em>16.5 PPG, 11.1 RPG, 2.3 APG, 1.1 BPG, 46.6% FG</em></p>
<p>Following his breakout year, <strong>Christian Wood </strong>signed a big deal with the <strong>Houston Rockets</strong> last season. Now, both parties would be better off going separate ways, as it’ll be a while before the Rockets are competitive again.</p>
<p>Wood can provide a solid interior presence on both ends of the glass for contenders looking for some size. The Rockets would clear the way for intriguing prospect <strong>Alperen Sengun</strong> to showcase his unicorn-like skill set.</p>
<h3>1. Domantas Sabonis</h3>
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<p><strong>Season Stats:</strong><em> </em><em>17.8 PPG, 12.0 RPG, 4.1 APG, 1.2 SPG, 57.2% FG</em></p>
<p>The <strong>Indiana Pacers </strong>want to move on from<strong> Caris LeVert</strong> and either <strong>Myles Turner</strong> or <strong>Domantas Sabonis</strong> to start their rebuild. And while Turner could be cheaper and easier to get, we expect Sabonis to draw more interest in the trade market.</p>
<p>Sabonis is a dominant scorer in the paint and he can lock up both sides of the glass. He’s not a good shooter so he’d be better off at the five, and he’s a much better ball-handler and passer than most big men. The fit could be an issue but<strong> he’s an All-Star for a reason.</strong></p>

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