The NBA is heading into the heart of trade season, and all eyes are on Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat.

He is the most talked about player on the trade market and the most accomplished, too. He's also a bit of a tricky trade candidate under the collective bargaining agreement, which we'll dive into later.

He isn't, however, the only potential target of teams looking to upgrade their rosters between now and the Feb. 6 trade deadline. Far from it. From stars to support players, this market seemingly offers something for everyone.

To paint a clear picture of who's available, we'll rank the top 10 trade candidates based on everything from on-court ability and established production to contract particulars and potential for growth. We'll also subjectively spotlight the best landing spot for all 10 players.

10. Bruce Brown, Toronto Raptors

The buzz: Per NBA insiders Marc Stein and Jake Fischer, Bruce Brown "has been regarded leaguewide as the Most Likely Raptor To Be Traded." Brown didn't hit the hardwood until late December this season following offseason knee surgery.

The best landing spot: Miami Heat

If the Heat wind up moving Butler, they'll need to find a multifaceted swingman to replace his defensive versatility, secondary creation, downhill scoring and overall tenacity. The healthy version of Brown checks all of those boxes (though, if this needs to be said, not to the same degree that Butler does).

Brown has been a key cog for a championship team before, soaking up invaluable sixth-man minutes for the 2022-23 Denver Nuggets, who coincidentally knocked off the Heat in the Finals. His positionless game stands out even in this increasingly positionless league, as he routinely defends anyone from guards to bigs and offers everything on offense from ball-handling to screen-setting.

If Miami makes a move for Brown, it will be betting on its ability to help him find his form and rediscover what made him such a uniquely impactful player in the recent past. Considering the track record of this coaching staff, that feels like a wager worth making.

9. Nikola Vučević, Chicago Bulls

The buzz: The Bulls have a chance to capitalize on Vučević's bounce-back season, as his efforts have convinced several executives that he "could cost a first-round pick to pry him from Chicago," per HoopsHype's Michael Scotto.

The best landing spot: Golden State Warriors

While the Dubs have made clear they won't chase "desperate trades," the idea of a reasonably priced upgrade at the center spot has to be appealing. Especially if the incoming big man could, as Vučević would, address some needs for non-Stephen Curry scoring, shooting and table-setting.

Vučević can address all three areas when he's right, and well, he's been right for the bulk of this season. He has never been a more efficient shooter from the field or from three, and he is one of only seven players (most of them household names) averaging at least 20 points, 10 rebounds and three assists.

Would a first-round price tag scare off the Warriors? Perhaps, but who's to say that's what the Bulls can actually bring back? Vučević has rather severe limitations on the defensive end, and for as well as he's shooting the ball this season, it's important to remember this was preceded by some pretty lean years from the perimeter. If he's available for a non-exorbitant price, Golden State could get plenty of mileage from adding a legitimate stretch-5 to its offensive menu.

8. Kyle Kuzma, Washington Wizards

The buzz: There is a "rising belief leaguewide" that the Wizards "are eager to find a trade partner" for Kyle Kuzma, per NBA insider Marc Stein. While Kuzma declined a departure from the District last season, the belief is he "would want to depart this time," per Stein.

The best landing spot: Sacramento Kings

The Kings have come to life under interim coach Doug Christie, in large part because this offense is humming again. Some might see that as evidence that Kuzma isn't needed, but this attack would be even more potent with another capable scorer and shot-creator added to the mix.

Kuzma hasn't been great this season (and that's putting it lightly), but trade partners might be willing to write off at least some of these struggles as the reflection of his tough situation. The Wizards are willingly wallowing in the bottom of the standings—as they should—and have rightfully emphasized the development of their young core, a group that obviously doesn't include the 29-year-old Kuzma.

He might be basketball's biggest change-of-scenery candidate, though, as he entered this campaign fresh off a two-year run in which he averaged 21.7 points, 6.9 rebounds and 4.0 assists. Those numbers have to pique the interest of the Kings, who were once again linked to Kuzma recently, particularly with Keegan Murray regressing in what many hoped would be a leap year for the No. 4 pick of the 2022 draft.

7. Collin Sexton, Utah Jazz

The buzz: The Jazz are "expected to be active in the trade market if the right deal materializes" for Collin Sexton, Jordan Clarkson and John Collins, per ESPN's Tim MacMahon. However, since Sexton has another year left on his contract, "there is no urgency" to give him up, per ESPN's Bobby Marks.

The best landing spot: Orlando Magic

It feels like the Magic have been in the market for a backcourt boost in scoring and shooting forever, and this season has frankly done nothing to change that notion. Jalen Suggs' shooting gains from last season are gone, Anthony Black packs a weak scoring punch, and even would-be spacers Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Jett Howard are struggling to find their touch.

Still, Orlando has remained within arm's reach of title contention on the strength of its defense and the combined star power of Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner. If the Magic could just find a spark for their offense, they might really be in business. Adding Sexton would be an intriguing option to chase that spark, since he can pile up points in a hurry but shouldn't break the bank as a 'tweener guard lacking size for the 2 and playmaking for the 1.

As an instant-offense net-shredder, though, Sexton would make his presence felt. If his three-point progress is for real—he's never had better volume or efficiency from range—then he's a tremendously tough cover given his off-the-bounce burst and ability to free himself off the dribble. His lack of size could be easier to stomach in Orlando, too, given that he'd be surrounded by a thicket of long-limbed, rangy defenders.

6. Zach LaVine, Chicago Bulls

The buzz: "Everything I'm hearing around the league remains that the Bulls are going to be sellers at the deadline," CHSN's K.C. Johnson reported. "... This franchise is tired of being stuck in the middle. And that's exactly where they are at this point in the season. ... Thus, you keep hearing names like Zach LaVine and Nikola Vučević available."

The best landing spot: Detroit Pistons

Trade-machine enthusiasts typically go a different direction with LaVine, but there are reasons to be skeptical of his most commonly cited landing spots. The Lakers need a defensive upgrade that he can't provide. The Warriors keep downplaying the idea of a major trade. And things have gone quiet on the LaVine-to-the-Nuggets front.

Could the Pistons elbow their way into LaVine talks? They arguably should. They have a path to the play-in tournament and a realistic shot at cracking the top six in the East. They also have major needs for more shooting and scoring, which just so happen to be LaVine's sharpest skills.

Moreover, because so much of the young core in the Motor City is still playing for rookie-scale money, Detroit may not fret about the money still owed to LaVine the way other potential suitors would. The Pistons could take the financial hit for the chance to push for the playoffs, and if this acceleration proves premature, LaVine should be tradeable down the line if he's able to stay healthy and maintain anything close to his top-notch efficiency.

5. Jonathan Kuminga, Golden State Warriors

The buzz: With Golden State seemingly not shooting for the stars this trade season, it comes as little surprise to hear the Warriors are "reluctant to part with" Jonathan Kuminga, per HoopsHype's Michael Scotto. Still, that's different than saying Kuminga is off-limits, so it feels fair to leave him on this list.

The best landing spot: Brooklyn Nets

The Nets might be down now—and should sink lower after their deadline activity is complete—but they don't plan on being there for long. They are "planning on going star searching in free agency or ... via trade" this summer, per ESPN's Brian Windhorst, who noted they are projected to have more than $60 million in cap space.

By landing Kuminga, either in a direct deal with the Warriors or as the third team in a bigger trade, Brooklyn could get a head-start on that process. It would have roughly two months to see how the former lottery pick handles the kind of featured role that Golden State has never given him. If he thrives, the Nets could be ready for fork over serious cash to the restricted-free-agent-to-be. If he doesn't, maybe Brooklyn keeps him around anyway at a deal that could look discounted down the line.

The Nets don't have much in the way of long-term building blocks. Cam Thomas probably comes the closest to qualifying, but his name buzzed around the rumor mill just a couple months back, and he's also headed to restricted free agency. If Brooklyn sees cornerstone potential in Kuminga, it could use the stretch run as his audition for the role.

4. Brandon Ingram, New Orleans Pelicans

The buzz: Ingram's name hasn't buzzed much of late, which makes sense considering he's been sidelined with an ankle injury for the past month-plus. Just before the calendar flipped to the new year, though, ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Bobby Marks reported that finding an Ingram trade was "the priority for the Pelicans' front office."

The best landing spot: San Antonio Spurs

The Spurs have more than enough assets to go big-game hunting over the next few weeks, but that has seldom been their style. Not to mention, it seems unlikely the right star (De'Aaron Fox?) will shake loose.

Still, it would be fun to see this front office reward Victor Wembanyama for the stellar season he's having by getting him an actual co-star. Granted, Ingram has to actually be healthy enough to fill that role, but his expiring contract should give him extra incentive to find his way back onto the floor and stay there. Plus, a change of scenery and a realistic shot at some kind of postseason action would add to the motivation.

San Antonio's offense is crying out for a second scorer, and Ingram has the right blend of skills to fill the void. Before going down, he was having one of his best three-point shooting seasons (2.4 makes per game with a 37.4 percent splash rate), and he's basically been a lock for 20-plus points even when his outside shots aren't falling. Adding him to the mix would allow this front office to see what Wembanyama can do with an actual star alongside him (notably, without depleting the asset collection) and help shape the plans for even bolder moves down the line.

3. Cam Johnson, Brooklyn Nets

The buzz: Per ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst, Cam Johnson is viewed around the league as the player most likely to be dealt before the deadline. The Athletic's Joe Vardon added that the Cleveland Cavaliers have "expressed interest" in Johnson.

The best landing spot: Oklahoma City Thunder

The Thunder could reasonably conclude they have the Association's best roster—see their 20-point takedown of the Cavaliers as the latest evidence—so they might just sleep their way through trade season. If they want to get active, though, they obviously have the assets to do it, and they quietly have a few needs that Johnson could help address.

For everything Oklahoma City has, it doesn't have a ton of length at the forward spots or perimeter shooting in general. Johnson, who stands 6'8" with a 6'10" wingspan, would give the Thunder a different option to throw at big wings and smaller 4s while also supplying ample amounts of long-range shooting.

He has even flashed more creation this season than ever before, though it's hard to say how much Oklahoma City would have him tap into that skill. He might be a pinch overqualified for a simple three-and-D role, but he could excel in it and potentially serve as the final piece of this club's championship puzzle.

2. Zion Williamson, New Orleans Pelicans

The buzz: With yet another season being plagued by availability issues, Zion Williamson's trade value has become "the hardest question to answer in the NBA right now," an East executive told ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Bobby Marks. ESPN's Stephen A. Smith, meanwhile, said he believes Williamson "doesn't want to be in New Orleans" and "wants to be in a major market like L.A., New York, or whatever, because he wants the marketability."

The best landing spot: Charlotte Hornets

There's a universe in which Williamson's rumored major-market wishes are granted via a Hail Mary thrown by the Warriors or Lakers, but his injury history just feels way too risky for franchises that, if they threw caution to the wind and unloaded assets, would need to see immediate results.

Williamson wouldn't face that same win-right-now pressure in Charlotte, but he might have a win-pretty-soon opportunity if he and LaMelo Ball stayed healthy. That viral-friendly pairing would be a nightly source of offensive fireworks, and swingman Brandon Miller could nestle in between them as an ideal tertiary option. Sprinkle the right amount of development around them—and perhaps a premier prospect plucked from the seemingly stacked 2025 draft—and this club might soon have the star power and depth needed to make waves in the Eastern Conference.

It would be a big gamble for the Hornets, obviously, but the trade cost shouldn't be outrageous given Williamson's struggles staying on the floor. The potential prize could be incredible, though. If you want to give Buzz City its buzz back, it's hard to envision another remotely realistic trade option that would generate this level of excitement.

1. Jimmy Butler, Miami Heat

The buzz: Things are messy as ever in Miami, where Jimmy Butler "still wants to be traded," per ESPN's Ramona Shelburne. The Heat seem eager to finalize this divorce, too, with one source saying, "I don't know how he can come back to this locker room" following his suspension, and another adding, "We don't want him back."

The best landing spot: Phoenix Suns

Basketball-wise, Butler won't find a better fit than the Suns. They could use his toughness, versatility and complementary scoring and playmaking, and he would thrive amid the space created by hooping alongside elite shot-makers like Kevin Durant and Devin Booker. Butler also sounds more than convinced Phoenix is the right fit for him.

"If [the Heat are] doing this transition to Bam (Adebayo) and Tyler (Herro), Jimmy's like, 'Fine, do your transition,'" a source told Shelburne. "If [he's] going to be the second or third wheel, [he'll] be that in Phoenix to Kevin Durant and Devin Booker."

Now, getting him to Phoenix is a different, incredibly difficult challenge. The Suns are strapped for assets, and the Heat aren't interested in Bradley Beal, who would have to be involved for this big-money deal to work. Having said that, the Suns do have a potentially juicy 2031 first-rounder to trade, and they have discussed using it to help acquire Butler, per ESPN's Brian Windhorst, so maybe the situation isn't entirely hopeless.

Finding a deal that works for Butler, Beal (who has a no-trade clause), the Suns and the Heat is the Mount Everest of tall tasks. Identifying Phoenix as Butler's best landing spot, though, isn't all that difficult.