On this day, the Boston Celtics made significant moves in the past, including the 2014 re-signing of Avery Bradley for four years and $32 million. Bradley, drafted in 2010, was pivotal before being traded to the Detroit Pistons in 2017 for Marcus Morris Sr. This trade opened up space for Gordon Hayward's acquisition. Meanwhile, Abdel Nader signed a four-year deal in 2017 after being drafted that year. Other notable events include the waiving of Phil Pressey and Demetrius Jackson, both short-lived Celtics. Interestingly, it's also the birthday of Bill Dinwiddie, traded for Bob Cousy, and modern Celtics player Luke Kornet.

The Phoenix Suns are actively reshaping their roster as they move forward from the era of Kevin Durant. Recently, the team made a significant decision to waive swingman Cody Martin, who was under a non-guaranteed contract worth $8.5 million for the 2025-26 season. This contract was due to become fully guaranteed shortly, making the Suns' choice a strategic maneuver in their rebuilding efforts.

Additionally, the Suns are generating buzz in the offseason as they consider pursuing former All-NBA guard talent, hinting at possible high-profile acquisitions to bolster their lineup. With offseason activity heating up, speculation around Bradley Beal’s future with the team and potential roster moves continues to swirl.