Five NBA stars who could dominate trade rumors this season

The trade market keeps moving, and several names seem set to be at the center of the buzz this season. Not all teams and players found permanent solutions during the summer, so the opportunities for big deals remain open.

As reported by Bleacher Report, the five names most frequently mentioned as candidates to be moved are Anthony Davis, Darius Garland, Tyler Herro, Kyrie Irving, and Norman Powell.

Anthony Davis was traded to the Washington Wizards in February and has yet to play for them; at 33 years old and seeking immediate results, while the Wizards are rebuilding after difficult seasons. His contract includes a $62.8 million player option for next season, creating uncertainty around his future and making him a target of interest for teams seeking an immediate intervention in the frontcourt.

Darius Garland arrived at the Los Angeles Clippers at the last trade deadline, and the chances are the team will consider every way to improve its long-term outlook, especially after penalties taken for salary-cap violations and the loss of several first-round picks. Garland, 26 and a two-time All-Star, offers offensive explosiveness and could bring great value to a team seeking draft picks and the assets needed for rebuilding.

Tyler Herro returns to the Milwaukee Bucks as a well-known player from his home state, but the future remains unclear. At 26, with his contract expiring at the end of the season, he could be a target of interest for teams wanting immediate offense, while the Bucks may decide between keeping him and changes that serve their long-term plan.

Kyrie Irving with the Dallas Mavericks is an interesting case: the idea of seeing him collaborate with youngsters like Cooper Flagg concerns some due to the mismatch of experience and perspective between the players. Irving, 34, is recovering from a serious injury that kept him out last season, but his reputation as a creator and scorer could bring considerable value to the trade market.

Norman Powell was signed by the Chicago Bulls to a significant contract for this season, but the presence of a team option for next year suggests the relationship could be temporary. Powell, 33, has been an efficient scorer and could be sought after by teams needing immediate offensive improvement.

In summary, the names mentioned above are expected to keep speculation alive in the trade market during the season, according to Bleacher Report’s analysis.