The 2026 NBA trade deadline is on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time (ET).

Quick details

  • Date: February 5, 2026
  • Time: 3:00 p.m. ET (12:00 p.m. PT)
  • What it means: After this moment, teams can no longer make trades for the rest of the 2025‑26 regular season and playoffs.

Why it matters in 2026

  • The deadline sits in the middle of a season where several stars (like Giannis Antetokounmpo, Anthony Davis, Ja Morant, and others) are being heavily discussed in trade rumors.
  • Analysts expect a flurry of moves, including both big‑name deals and smaller “finishing‑piece” trades for contenders.

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