The 2024 deadline appears to lack activity. It’s crucial not to mistake the volume of trades made for their value. This year’s deadline is not particularly eventful, with little to no significant rumors circulating. The trade deadline used to be full of anticipation, with gravity-altering days and high-stakes negotiations. However, there’s no one to tank for this summer, and parity has made the top eight teams in each conference cling to slim odds of a playoff breakthrough. Major deals have already taken place, and injuries have further diminished the excitement around this year’s trade deadline. Overall, the lack of buzz around the trade deadline is palpable, disappointing both fans and NBA insiders alike.