"Up and down the hypothetical trade target list, there are names like Goga Bitadze, Nick Richards, Daniel Gafford, Domantas Sabonis, and Anthony Davis. If you want to include him as well, the crown jewel is undoubtedly Giannis Antetokounmpo, assuming they can successfully revisit those long discussed trade talks. Likewise, I've already mentioned Nets center Day'Ron Sharpe as another potential target, since he's young and could become part of their future on a budget-friendly extension - if Brooklyn deems him expendable."
"The mention of Bitadze from Josh Lewenberg definitely caught my eye, especially since Orlando's depth chart is already quite depleted due to injuries. Outside of Wendell Carter Jr., the former 2019 first-round pick is largely the Magic's primary backup at that position. I understand the Suns' potential logic in their scenario, where they can afford to lose Nick Richards since Mark Williams leads the role, and young pieces like Khaman Maluach and Oso Ighodaro to step in as re"
The Raptors' frontcourt lacks depth outside Jakob Poeltl, who has faced injuries and may be declining as he enters his thirties. Multiple NBA insiders indicate a surplus of potential trade candidates to address the position through low-level, medium-sized, or blockbuster moves. Targets range from young, cost-friendly options such as Goga Bitadze, Nick Richards, Daniel Gafford, and Day'Ron Sharpe to All-Star-caliber players like Domantas Sabonis and Anthony Davis. Giannis Antetokounmpo is presented as a hypothetical crown-jewel option. Orlando and Phoenix roster situations make Bitadze and Richards plausible trade candidates.
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