5 bold predictions leading up to the NBA trade deadline ft. Jimmy Butler to West contender

5 bold predictions leading up to the NBA trade deadline ft. Jimmy Butler to West contender - Image: Imagn

The rumor mill is spinning in the NBA right now, with trade talks intensifying for some superstars around the league. The Feb. 8 trade deadline is rapidly approaching, with just over a month left for contending teams to bolster their rosters.

Teams like the Golden State Warriors, LA Lakers, Houston Rockets and Dallas Mavericks could be among the most active teams to monitor in the trade market over the next several weeks. As the trade market heats up, it will be interesting to see how some of the league's biggest storylines unfold in the coming month.

Here are five bold predictions as the trade deadline approaches.

5 bold predictions leading up to the NBA trade deadline

1. Dallas pursues Jimmy Butler following Luka injury