The NBA's transfer market is always extremely active at this time of year, and once the trade window opens, it's like teams entering a fierce arena of roster changes to try to bolster their fight. Some players are notified before a trade and have plenty of time to react and prepare, but there are also some trades that come by surprise and catch players off guard.
Take this season's big trade, Quickley felt like he was shocked when he heard the news that he had been traded, and he didn't expect to be a pawn in the trade. Unlike his consternation, Bushy Eyebrows was full of excitement when he was traded, while DeRozan was in a deep sense of loss.
Just recently, the Raptors and Knicks made a shocking deal. The Raptors sent Anunoby, Achiuwa and Flynn, while the Knicks acquired RJ Barrett, Quickley and a 2024 second-round pick. When Quickley learned the news, he immediately exclaimed on social **: "Oh my God!.""He's still celebrating the team's victory, but all of a sudden he's part of the deal. For him, averaging 13 points, 3 rebounds, and 3 assists per game this season has been quite impressive, and he is an indispensable role player on the team. However, now, he was sent to the Knicks by the Raptors, which is undoubtedly a huge challenge for him.
This is not an isolated case in the NBA. Recalling the transfer of thick eyebrows back then, the truth was only revealed after the incident. At the time, he was the heart of the Pelicans, and despite years of hard work, he never achieved his personal goals, so he openly expressed his desire to leave. Rumors about the deal continued for a long time until he finally completed the deal with the Lakers. However, Thick Eyebrows also learned in the news that he had joined the Lakers, rather than being notified directly by the team. But unlike Quickley, Bushy is very happy about the transfer, because he finally got his wish to join the Lakers and realize his dream.
Most of the sudden trades are a big blow to the stars who are traded. DeRozan, for example, was the leader of the North Borderlands, leading the team to back-to-back playoff games and even reaching the Eastern Conference Finals. However, in order to compete for the championship, the team suddenly traded him to Leonard. The deal came too suddenly, and DeRozan, after hearing his friend's relay, walked to the parking lot in a low mood and sat alone for a long time.
Griffin's situation is similar. He just signed a high-salary contract with the Clippers and is looking forward to making a splash there. However, when West took over, he abruptly sent Griffin, Paul and Jordan Jr. away to begin rebuilding the team. Although the Clippers later traded quite successfully, Griffin was furious. When asked by reporters about this, he chose not to answer.
When it comes to these players, some of them can at least hear about a trade during the break. However, Harrison Barnes's fate was even more bleak. It wasn't until halfway through the fight that he learned he was going to be traded. At that time, he was still playing for the Mavericks and had always been a hard-working player. Without any trade rumors, and even halfway through the game, all of a sudden, the staff walked in and told him that he didn't need to play again in the second half because he had already been traded. Harrison was stunned and covered his head with a towel. Still, he showed professionalism and cheered on the team. He waited until the game was over before he left the field. Undoubtedly, he is a player to be respected.