Although there are still 2 months to go before the trade deadline this season, there are already a lot of trade rumors about players, and a large number of star-level players have fallen into trade rumors.
As December 15 draws nearer, the discussion about trades for players has intensified, as 85% of players who sign offseasons after December 15 will be able to trade.
Around this topic, the US media "fadeawayworld" also evaluated the 10 big fish in the current trading market, of which 5 will leave the team, 5 will be difficult to send away, and Wei Shao Owen is on the list.
5 players who are difficult to leave the team
1. Downs
Before the start of the season, Towns was mired in trade rumors, but with the chemical reaction between Towns, Edwards and Russell this season and the Timberwolves returning to the playoffs, Towns had no reason to leave.
So far this season, Towns has averaged 24.2 points and 9.2 rebounds per game, shooting more than 50% overall and shooting 45.3% from three-point range.
Given Downs' age advantage and impressive talent, the Timberwolves had no reason to send Downs away.
2. Ingram
Due to Zion's dissatisfaction, Ingram has also been deeply involved in trade rumors, but his performance has remained stable, averaging 22.6 points, 6.3 rebounds and 4.7 assists per game.
With Zion out of control and another injury problem, Ingram has undoubtedly become a more realistic future-building option for the Pelicans, with no reason to trade him.
3. Wei Shao
Compared with other players on the list, Wei Shao's situation is somewhat awkward, and his entry into the 5-man list is not because of strength and cost performance.
It's because of his big contract, which will exceed $40 million for years to come, but his ability is long overdue for the big contract.
4. Owen
The reason why Irving will not leave the Nets is discussed in two ways, one is that he is willing to play, and the other is that he is not willing to play.
According to the latest reports, Irving's willingness to play is on the rise, and if he is eventually vaccinated and chooses to play, the Nets have no reason to hand him over.
If he is still not vaccinated, he will not be able to play, and no team will be willing to trade him at the normal price, after all, he has been rumored to be traded to retire.
5. Lillard
Lillard has been mired in trade rumors over the past few seasons, but believes he won't leave the Blazers.
On the one hand, because the team has no reason to let go of the superstar cultivated by one hand, especially the Blazers are still a small ball market, after trading Lillard, the team can no longer bring in stars of the same level.
On the other hand, Lillard is loyal enough, and because of loyalty in the offseason, he turned down the opportunity to join the Lakers.
5 players to be traded
1. Smart
The combination of Brown and Tatum has been called into question as the team is in trouble, but in every potential deal, Smart is a player who is packed and sent away.
The reason is also very simple, Boston wants a higher level of stars, then it needs to pay a higher price, and Smart is a reinforcement for any team.
2. Hilde
Once again, the Kings are in turmoil, with core Fox all caught up in trading rumors, and Hield, a regular in the trading rumor market, will naturally not be spared.
He's a steady shooter who meets the needs of a championship-winning team, but he's not shining in the current Kings system, and a breakup is the best option for both sides.
3. Turner
The Pacers have decided to rebuild, have put it on the shelves, and there are plenty of teams hoping to get Turner, and the only question is when they'll be able to negotiate the price tag.
4. Kemba Walker
After the buyout to join the Knicks, Walker did not get the treatment he deserved, but was directly abandoned by the team.
Given his current poor situation and relatively minor contracts, it's believed there will be a team in the doldrums willing to give the former All-Star guard a chance.
5. Ben Simmons
There is no doubt that Ben Simmons will be on the list of those traded, as both the team and the players are contributing to the outcome.
Philadelphia had had enough and began stepping up deal negotiations, with multiple teams interested in getting Ben Simmons.
Ben Simmons is also determined to leave, and it is basically only a matter of time before the two sides break up.