The 2026 NBA Trade Value List. Plus, Harden, JJJ, and Giannis Trade News With Joe House

February 3, 2026

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5 min read

The Format: Casual live podcast chat between longtime co-hosts, blending NBA trade deadline rumors, breaking news reactions, and their annual Trade Value List ranking of the top 80 most tradable NBA players.
The Key Players:
- Bill Simmons: Ringer founder, Clippers fan, pod architect—drives the banter with hot takes, personal gripes (e.g., hating James Harden), and list-building.
- Joe House: Bill's best friend and "Trade Value Conciliari" since 2007—provides counterpoints, Wizards bias, and live insights from recent games.
The Vibe: Fun and chaotic—electric energy from real-time trades breaking mid-episode (Harden-Garland rumors, Jaron Jackson Jr. to Utah, more), nostalgic laughs, and heated debates.

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1 (01:51) **James Harden / Darius Garland Trade Rumor**
2 (06:59) **Least Favorite Good Players to Watch (21st Century)**
3 (14:19) **Cleveland's Apron Situation & Giannis Speculation**
4 (15:44) **BREAKING: Jaron Jackson Jr. Traded to Utah**
5 (21:31) **Super Bowl Quick Hit**
6 (23:13) **Trade Value List Rules & Toughest Omissions**
7 (35:23) **Group O: Grab Your Stock Now (Rookies/Cheap Guys)**

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to discuss some trade news around the NBA before breaking down his 2026 NBA trade value list (0:34).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guest: Joe House

Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Chris Wohlers

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