Talks are heating up heading into the 2021 NBA trade deadline on Thursday (3 p.m. ET). Which teams will make moves and which players will land on new squads?
While this deadline features fewer blockbuster names than usual on the trading block, there's still the potential for plenty of action. Title contenders will look to add talent for the playoffs, a long list of playoff hopefuls will seek upgrades to get into or above the play-in fray, and some franchises will make deals to accept their fates in the lottery. There have already been discussions surrounding the Toronto Raptors' Kyle Lowry, the Houston Rockets' Victor Oladipo and the Orlando Magic's Aaron Gordon, with more to come.
Here's everything you need to know heading into Thursday, including the latest intel from ESPN's experts, key players and teams to watch, trade grades from Kevin Pelton, deals Zach Lowe wants to see and more analysis.
Players and teams to watch
Here are some of the key names and franchises to keep an eye on over the next two days, via intel from ESPN's Zach Lowe and Bobby Marks.
Four trades Lowe wants to see