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NBA Draft 2016: 5 draft day trades that will happen

By Dan Schmelzer

Dec 9, 2015; Boston, MA, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Jimmy Butler (21) works the ball against Boston Celtics forward Jae Crowder (99)in the second quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 9, 2015; Boston, MA, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Jimmy Butler (21) works the ball against Boston Celtics forward Jae Crowder (99)in the second quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports /
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These five trades are sure to happen at the 2016 NBA Draft.

The 2016 NBA Draft class is an interesting bunch. Ben Simmons and Brandon Ingram are the clear top two prospects, and are extremely likely to go one and two in the draft. That being said, this class has some nice depth even behind them.

The Boston Celtics, Philadelphia 76ers and Phoenix Suns have plenty of trade chips throughout the draft, which means trade activity on draft night could easily be at an all-time high. Do not be surprised if multiple established NBA players make moves as teams try to set their rosters up optimally ahead of free agency. Many teams expect to have money to spend in free agency this off season, but there are only so many impact free agents on the market.

If a team wants to chase a Kevin Durant or Al Horford, but feels as if its chances of landing those guys are slim, making a significant draft day trade for an established NBA player could be the best route to go.

The 2016 NBA Draft is set up for more significant trade activity than any in recent memory. We will have to wait until June 23 to see what trades actually take place, but here are five draft day trades that would make sense for both sides.

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