There is still a lot of time left between now and the NBA Trade Deadline on February 10, but trade talks are beginning to heat up across the league. With almost every player signed in the offseason now being trade eligible, teams are more willing to talk about trades and we could see quite a bit of movement in the league this season. 

Ben Simmons and the Philadelphia 76ers continue to be key talking points in rumors, especially since recent reports suggest that the 76ers have been in talks with several teams over the last few weeks in regards to their 3-time All-Star. 

In the Western Conference, the Portland Trail Blazers are also a team that everyone is watching not only because they are struggling, but because of Damian Lillard. The All-Star guard has stated that he is remaining in Portland and not going anywhere, but the Blazers are going to be making a move to add some more talent this season. 

Another team that is struggling to prove that they are threats this season is the Indiana Pacers. Just 13-18, the Pacers have a talented looking roster, but they have no identity and no leadership on their roster. 

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Shams Charania of The Athletic reported last week that the Indiana Pacers are leaning towards rebuilding right now, which makes some players on their roster very intriguing trade targets. 

The next few weeks are going to be full of storylines and trade talks around the NBA, so let’s take a look at three stars and big names to monitor leading up to this season’s trade deadline.