A three-team, six-player deal is rumored to happen with big names in the league, including Miami Heat's center, Hassan Whiteside, Phoenix Suns' guard, Eric Bledsoe and Milwaukee Bucks' forward, Jabari Parker in the list, according to the latest NBA trade rumors.
Headlines and Global News reports that the three players have been considered in the trading options for the past few months. This potential deal includes all of them together, alongside three other players.
All players have high expectations from their respective teams as of the moment. First, with Whiteside emerging as one of the league's best big man, his value makes every team want to pursue him. Second, Bledsoe has proven himself as one prolific scorer and could boost the scoring needs of any team. Lastly, Parker, in his 3rd year in the league is still a raw talent and has not yet reached his full potential. However, his height and athleticism can benefit any team in the league.
According to the report, the trade scenario will send Suns' power forward, Dragan Bender, and Bucks' power forward/center, Greg Monroe with an additional first-round draft pick to Miami Heat. The Milwaukee Bucks will then receive Bledsoe from the Suns and Whiteside from the Heat. Parker will be moved to Phoenix Suns alongside shooting guard, Rashad Vaughn from the Bucks.
However, this proposed deal has to go through the league's trading policy. For Whiteside, he cannot be sent to another team until December 15 due to a newly signed four-year contract with the Heat worth $98 million. On the other hand, the Bucks' cannot receive additional salaries from new players.
With all teams having to deal with limited salary cap space, the potential trade looks hazy. These roadblocks could hinder the deal on moving forward. For now, fans have to wait whether the NBA league office will approve of the possible trade deal.
