On January 11, Beijing time, The Athletic Name Charania updated the dynamics of the trading market. The Lakers compete with three teams for Pistons star Geramie Grant, and Simmons remains the biggest star on the trade market, attracting multiple teams to chase. There is less than a month to go before the deal deadline, but deal negotiations are not as heated as they have been in previous seasons. "Our main job now is to make sure the players stay healthy and make sure we get enough to play every night, which used to be used to negotiate deals," said one executive. Even so, Charania said deal talks are expected to heat up in the near future.
The Lakers compete for two big stars
Sources revealed that the Lakers are competing for two big stars. The first is Pistons forward Jeramie Grant. Charania reported that the Lakers, Wizards, Knicks and Trail Blazers are all pursuing him. Although the 27-year-old Grant is still in the recovery stage, this can't stop the playoff team's interest in him. Offseason, Grant is eligible to sign a contract of up to $112 million for up to four years. So far this season, Grant has averaged 20.1 points, 4.8 rebounds and 2.6 assists per game.
Another star of interest to the Lakers is Miles Turner of the Pacers. Charania reported that the Mavericks and Knicks wanted to get Turner through a trade, and the Lakers and Hornets also expressed some interest. The Lakers currently mainly use James to play as a center, Howard and Jordan Jr. are often in a state of abandonment, Turner not only defends well, but also can shoot three points, which is the space type five. So far this season, Turner has averaged 13.1 points, 7.3 rebounds and 2.9 blocks per game, shooting 51.8 percent from the field and 35.7 percent from three-point range.
Multiple teams are still pursuing Simmons
Charania reported that Simmons is still the biggest star in the trading market, and multiple teams including the Hawks, Kings, Trail Blazers, Timberwolves, Pacers are still pursuing him. Simmons has yet to play this season, and sources reveal that the 76ers have stopped fining Simmons for fulfilling his obligations such as attending training and team meetings and continuing to meet with mental health experts. Only now, the 76ers don't seem to be getting any closer to a deal.
The Hawks are one of the teams with a recent interest in Simmons, with Collins and Reddish within the team likely to be trading chips. Collins is increasingly frustrated with his role in the Hawks as his average number of shots per game and usage decline. Collins, 24, will be eligible to trade after Jan. 15. The 76ers are still insisting on high prices and are expected to try again this summer if they can't send Simmons away by the deal deadline.
The knight intends to giveaway Le Vere, or send Rubio away
Sexton and Rubio have been reimbursed for consecutive seasons, putting pressure on the Cavaliers' backcourt. They have previously traded veteran Rondo, who has played two games for the Cavaliers, averaging 22.5 minutes per game, averaging 13 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists per game, in good form, but the Cavaliers still want to seek a defender to strengthen.
Charania reported that the Cavaliers are one of the teams interested in Pacers guard LeVert as he is a double-winger who can organise possession. In addition, there are teams interested in Rubio's expiring contract and draft picks, and the Cavaliers may consider sending him away. So far this season, Le Vere has averaged 17.8 points, 3.3 rebounds and 4 assists per game, and Rubio has averaged 13.1 points, 4.1 rebounds and 6.6 assists per game before reimbursement this season.
Wall's trading outlook is bleak
Charania reported that if Rockets guard Wall becomes a free agent, there will be a lot of teams interested in him, but the chances of him reaching a deal or buyout are slim. Wall has $91.7 million left in 2 years on his contract. Last November, Wall expressed his willingness to play to the Rockets, but there was no progress, and he still has not played so far in the season.