Scoot Henderson, Tari Eason Lead 5 Trade Targets

Merlin sees five young players who need a fresh start: Cody Williams, Tari Eason, Bub Carrington, Yves Missi, and Scoot Henderson. Each is stuck in a crowded or ill-fitting rotation — Williams pushed down Utah’s depth chart after new additions, Eason wants a starter’s role but is squeezed in Houston and faces restricted free agency, Carrington could be buried behind Trae Young and veteran moves, Missi is squeezed in New Orleans’ frontcourt, and Henderson still has not locked down a full-time starting job in Portland. For the high school NBA fan, Merlin notes the logic is simple: teams trade for upside. Williams, Eason, Missi, Carrington, and Henderson all have clear fits elsewhere and could blossom with more minutes or a new role. Expect calls from contenders and rebuilding clubs once teams reassess fits and contracts.