Chapter 583 Persistent Hatred_3

This trade, too, wasn't going to change the game, but with it, Trem had something to show the fans.

After all, the team's resources were limited and there were no suitable trade targets on the market.

Getting Hoyes was a pleasant surprise.

The trade deadline of 2014 ended amid complaints from the media.

That day, the most significant trade in the NBA was the Bucks trading Turner for Fredette, followed almost effortlessly by the Clippers obtaining Hoyes.

And then? The rest of the trades generated less buzz than Sinky's 76ers having 30 second-round draft picks over the next three years.

After the trade window closed, the last uncertainty of the regular season was the final ranking of the teams.

The Clippers aimed to integrate their new lineup while ensuring the second spot in the Western Conference.

The Spurs were ahead by four wins in the West, and barring any surprises, catching up to them was nearly impossible.

Entering March, Rivers put Hoyes into the starting lineup.