At this point in the NBA season, you should have a decent idea of what your team’s strengths and weaknesses are. Some of those weaknesses can be fixed by smart waiver wire decisions, but ultimately, if your team has a serious flaw, a trade may be the only remedy. It’s also your only option to land a quality player that you coveted during the draft but missed out on.
Of course, that isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Crafting a perfect deal can be one of the most enjoyable parts of the fantasy season, particularly when you negotiate back-and-forth several times before finding common ground.