Historical NBA Transactions on May 27

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Transactions listed are from the 1946-47 through 2025-26 BAA/NBA seasons.

• May 27, 1997

  The Boston Celtics traded Chris Wallace and a 1997 2nd round draft pick (Ben Pepper was later selected) to the Miami Heat for a 1997 2nd round draft pick (Mark Sanford was later selected).

• May 27, 1992

  The Philadelphia 76ers reassigned Head Coach Jim Lynam.

  The Philadelphia 76ers hired Doug Moe as Head Coach.

• May 27, 1987

  Don Nelson resigns as Head Coach for Milwaukee Bucks.

• May 27, 1986

  The San Antonio Spurs hired Bob Weiss as Head Coach.

• May 27, 1983

  The Boston Celtics fired Bill Fitch as Head Coach.

• May 27, 1980

  Dick Motta resigns as Head Coach for Washington Bullets.

  The Washington Bullets hired Gene Shue as Head Coach.

• May 27, 1976

  The Boston Celtics signed Fred Saunders as a free agent.

• May 27, 1971

  The Memphis Pros traded Randy Denton to the Carolina Cougars for a draft choice and cash.

  The Carolina Cougars signed Randy Denton.