Bill Russell to the Celtics (1956)

The Celtics traded for Bill Russell, who became a cornerstone of their dynasty, winning 11 championships in 13 years.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to the Lakers (1975)

Kareem's move to the Lakers resulted in five championships and solidified his legacy as the NBA’s all-time leading scorer.

Wilt Chamberlain to the Lakers (1968)

Wilt's trade to the Lakers led to a championship in 1972, adding to his storied career.

Oscar Robertson to the Bucks (1970)

This trade paired Robertson with a young Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, leading to the Bucks' first championship in 1971.

Scottie Pippen to the Bulls (1987)

Pippen’s acquisition was pivotal for the Bulls’ six championships in the 1990s, complementing Michael Jordan.

Kobe Bryant to the Lakers (1996)

The Lakers traded for Kobe Bryant on draft day, who became one of the greatest players in franchise history, winning five championships.

Shaquille O’Neal to the Heat (2004)

Shaq's trade to Miami led to the Heat's first championship in 2006, revitalizing the franchise.

LeBron James to the Heat (2010)

Although a free agent move, it’s significant for its impact, leading to four Finals appearances and two championships for Miami.

Kawhi Leonard to the Raptors (2018)

Kawhi’s trade to Toronto brought the Raptors their first NBA title in 2019, with Leonard earning Finals MVP.

Anthony Davis to the Lakers (2019)

Pairing Davis with LeBron James transformed the Lakers into title contenders, culminating in a championship in 2020.