The NBA trade season is heating up with several teams eyeing potential deals as players become eligible for trades. Notably, the Miami Heat are reportedly open to trading Jimmy Butler, while the Milwaukee Bucks' recent success has made Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard less likely to be moved.

Teams like the Atlanta Hawks are looking for backup guards, while the Boston Celtics are focused on finding affordable options to bolster their already strong roster. The Brooklyn Nets aim to acquire high-upside prospects, and the Charlotte Hornets are considering trades involving LaMelo Ball.

As the trade deadline approaches, many teams are weighing their options, including the Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Dallas Mavericks, all of whom have specific targets in mind to improve their chances this season.