The 5 Most Influential Max NBA Contracts Heading Into 2026 originally appeared on Fadeaway World.

A three-way deal centered around Jonathan Kuminga, Lauri Markkanen, and Austin Reaves could reboot the Western Conference.

We may have to wait a little bit until the next big NBA trade, as certain safeguards are in place to ensure recently signed players aren't traded immediately.

Apr 30, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) controls the ball against Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) during the first half in game five ...