NBA Trades: 3 Western Conference teams that need to make a splash

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So far there has been little to get excited about when it comes to NBA trades.

Rajon Rondo joining the Cleveland Cavaliers from the LA Lakers – as reported by ESPN – has been the only real deal of note since the unofficial start of NBA trades season on December 15. But as the February 10 deadline draws closer, there will undoubtedly be some teams that are weighing their options.

There does not appear to be a whole lot out there for teams looking to make a splash in the trade market at the moment. Ben Simmons is by far the most eye-catching name on the list of available players, while Indiana’s reported intent to rebuild opens up some intriguing possibilities for several teams.

NBA Trades: 3 Western Conference teams that need to make a splash

The Dallas Mavericks, Portland Trail Blazers, and Sacramento Kings are three teams that should be looking to make a big trade before the deadline.

But as we approach the deadline and more players consider asking out, the chance of a big move increases. There are several teams that should be hoping this is the case, but these three stand out as obvious candidates in the Western Conference for those who should be looking to make a significant move in the trade market.

Why should each of these three squads be looking to make a move? And more importantly, what should they be looking to get back in return for whatever they send out?