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Bill Russell (Source: Twitter)
It's true that a plethora of trades have impacted the course of teams and altered the NBA's landscape over its glittering past. These trades have changed the course of history forever, creating stars that reshaped the game.
In the same vein, check out the 10 biggest trades in NBA history:
10. Carmelo Anthony to the New York Knicks
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The Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Carmelo Anthony were all traded to the New York Knicks in a three-way deal back in 2011. Although Anthony's entry brought the Knicks a spark and excitement, the team's success throughout his seven-year career was confined to one postseason series win.
9. Kyrie Irving to the Boston Celtics
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Kyrie Irving was traded to the Boston Celtics after the Cavaliers won the NBA title in 2016. The Cavaliers obtained Isaiah Thomas, Ante Zizic, and Jae Crowder as substitutes for Irving. In addition to this, Irving was selected for two All-Star teams as a result of his exceptional management and scoring prowess during his stint with the Celtics.
8. Kawhi Leonard to the Toronto Raptors
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The Toronto Raptors acquired Kawhi Leonard in a trade for DeMar DeRozan from the San Antonio Spurs. Even though Leonard only spent a single season in Toronto, he had a terrific postseason and led the Raptors to win their first NBA title in 2019.
7. Wilt Chamberlain to the LA Lakers
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The Philadelphia 76ers made the decision to send one of the all-time greats in basketball, Wilt Chamberlain, to the Los Angeles Lakers after the breakdown of contract negotiations.
6. Dennis Rodman to the Chicago Bulls
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Dennis Rodman has been traded from the San Antonio Spurs to the Chicago Bulls back in 1995. He was well-known for his ability to rebound and play defence.
5. Kobe Byrant to the LA Lakers
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The Charlotte Hornets traded Kobe Bryant to the Los Angeles Lakers as a trade for Vlade Divac in 1996, after his selection as the 13th pick.
A turning point in his career came when Bryant arrived in Los Angeles, gaining five titles with the Lakers and creating a lasting impression on the team.
4. Oscar Robertson to the Milwaukee Bucks
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Oscar Robertson, who made headlines in 1970 thanks to his triple-double plays, was traded to the Milwaukee Bucks. Robertson led the Bucks to their first NBA title in 1971, playing on the court with Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.
3. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to the LA Lakers
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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers in 1975 after he expressed his wish to leave the Milwaukee Bucks. During the span of his career, Abdul Jabbar Kareem was recorded as the six-time NBA most valuable player.
2. LeBron James to the Miami Heat
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One of the most dominant players of his time, LeBron James, managed to unveil a widely reported choice to join the Miami Heat back in 2010. James's transfer to Miami set the foundation for forthcoming strong teams and signalled a dramatic change in player empowerment.
1. Bill Russell to the Boston Celtics
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The Boston Celtics acquired Bill Russell, a legendary champion and defensive stalwart, back in 1956. Notably, this deal marked the beginning of the Celtics' era of dominance.