3 Blockbuster NBA trades that could still happen before the start of 2021-22 season

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#2 Buddy Hield to Dallas Mavericks

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The Dallas Mavericks have been looking for another star for Luka Doncic to play with, but it is unlikely that will end up with one at this juncture of the NBA offseason. However, they can still land a decent name, and Buddy Hield is one of the options they should watch out for.

The Dallas Mavericks have been criticized for their 3-point shooting, and Buddy Hield can come in and help them in that regard. Hield is one of the best shooters in the NBA, consistently making close to 40% of his 3-point attempts. He can start in the backcourt alongside Luka Doncic, who loves to find shooters in open space while playmaking.

Hield's addition won't be of staggering value to the Dallas Mavericks, but they are quite light on alternatives as things stand. Hield is a decent starter who can knock down shots when needed and play passable defense.

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#1 Ben Simmons to Portland Trail Blazers

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Ben Simmons to Portland Trail Blazers is an NBA trade idea that has been floating around since the Philadelphia 76ers' NBA playoff exit at the hands of the Atlanta Hawks. There have been rumors suggesting that the Blazers and the Sixers could entertain the idea of swapping Simmons and CJ McCollum, and even Damian Lillard could be involved.

Simmons is the most likely star to be traded this offseason, as it has been reported that he is adamant about switching teams. Simmons has had a nightmare 2021 postseason and wants a fresh start on a new team, and the Portland Trail Blazers still have time to come in and swoop for the Australian international.

However, it will be a difficult transaction to pull off, considering trade talks have not progressed at all in recent weeks. The Philadelphia 76ers are looking to get Damian Lillard, and it looks like this trade saga is going to continue for a considerable time.

The Sacramento Kings, Indiana Pacers and the San Antonio Spurs had also registered an interest in the point forward earlier in the season, making it difficult to predict where Simmons will end up.