Blog•Apr 23, 2026
Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Donte DiVincenzo and the Playoff Outcomes that Not only Bind but Directly Impact Trades and Free Agency
The NBA playoffs are reshaping franchise strategies as the Warriors missed the No. 8 seed, igniting speculation about head coach Steve Kerr’s future. Minnesota’s free‑agency decisions—prioritizing Naz Reid and Donte DiVincenzo—allowed Nickeil Alexander‑Walker to sign with Atlanta, where he’s now averaging 20.8 points per game and leading the Most Improved Player race. The first‑round duel between Denver and Minnesota could further influence roster moves across the league, linking outcomes in Golden State, the Timberwolves, the Hawks, and beyond.
