The Toronto Raptors already traded OG Anunoby to the New York Knicks, and Pascal Siakam appears to be the next in line to be moved this winter.
Siakam is expected to be dealt by the Feb. 8 trade deadline, according to ESPN's Tim Bontemps.
Yahoo Sports' Jake Fischer reported that "chatter among NBA executives surrounding Siakam's potential landing spots has now centered on" the Detroit Pistons, Indiana Pacers and Sacramento Kings.
He added: "Other teams mentioned, such as Dallas and Philadelphia, don't appear as viable destinations at this juncture, although Toronto officials have suggested to inquiring front offices as many as 10 teams hold legitimate interest in Siakam."
Siakam has been one of the hottest names on the trade market this winter as the Raptors enter a likely rebuild. However, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported Saturday that there has been "no traction" in trade talks involving the veteran following the Anunoby deal.
Siakam is set to become a free agent after the 2023-24 campaign. However, he's only eligible to sign a two-year contract extension if he's traded at the deadline.
NBA insider Marc Stein reported Monday that if traded, Siakam "would prefer, again, to proceed to unrestricted free agency … meaning that any team that trades for him now must be daring enough to roll those dice."
Siakam has spent his entire eight-year career in Toronto, helping the franchise capture the 2019 NBA title. He has also earned the 2018-19 Most Improved Player award, two All-Star selections and two All-NBA selections.
Despite Toronto's struggles this season, the 29-year-old is still having a solid campaign—although his numbers are down across the board. He's averaging 22.4 points, 6.6 rebounds and 4.9 assists in 34 games while shooting 52.1 percent from the floor and 28.8 percent from deep.
While Siakam's numbers are down by his standards, he would still be a great addition for any contending team this year, and it's going to be interesting to see where he ends up.
NBA Trade Rumors: Raptors' Pascal Siakam Expected to Be Dealt; Pistons, More Linked - Bleacher Report
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