Trade rumors are flying across the NBA as the trade deadline is less than a month away (February 6th), and most trade restrictions let up this week on January 15th. The Dallas Mavericks have been connected in some trades for players like Jimmy Butler and Kyle Kuzma, but one NBA writer believes in a different strategy for the Mavs.

The Chicago Bulls may not be able to move Zach LaVine, but finding a deal for their other All-Star remains at the top of Chicago's to-do list.

Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler wants to be traded before the Feb. 6 trade deadline, just not to the Memphis Grizzlies. According to a report by Chris Haynes on Tuesday, the Grizzlies were one of the teams advised not to trade for Butler.

The Lakers should remain active leading up to the NBA trade deadline in order to fix this flaw that keeps them from being contenders.

NBA trade deadline approaches, teams and players are gearing up for the possibility of changes. Trade targets can often be broken up into three categories. Some players are broadly viewed as being available in trade discussions,

The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to make another move before the Feb. 6 trade deadline and one player on a team-friendly deal makes sense as a trade chip.