NBA Trade: 11 shocking NBA trades that almost happened

5. Scottie Pippen - Seattle Supersonics

With Michael Jordan out of the league, the Bulls weren't sure of Scottie Pippen's ability to lead a franchise by himself.

The Sonics that season had become the first ever one seed to lose to an eight seed in the playoffs. Hence, they were looking for a change as well.

A trade between the two sides that involved Pippen and the Sonics' star forward Shawn Kemp was almost inevitable. The rumours started early in the offseason and carried on throughout the break.

The Bulls were particularly eager to force the trade but Seattle wasn't as certain due to Kemp being four years younger than Pippen. Added to this, there was outrage among Sonic fans as Kemp was a fan favourite.

Sonics coach George Carl stated that he even called up Jordan regarding the trade. Jordan said "Do it. Scottie can make your other players better. Kemp can't."

On the day of the draft, Seattle agreed. But owner Barry Ackerly called the Sonics headquarters later that day and said that the deal "didn't feel right".

Chicago frantically tried to make numerous other offers to make sure the trade took place but the Sonics refused to change their mind.

Fortunately for the Bulls, Jordan did return and led them to three more titles.