Gary Payton II occasionally finds himself flashing back to his long-ago days at Spring Valley High School in Las Vegas, the first time he regularly handled the duties of a power forward more than those of a guard.

The Detroit Pistons may not be big players at the NBA trade deadline, but their cap space could net some assets in helping out blockbuster deals.

Despite the setback, the 23-year-old guard remains within the Lakers system — at least for now — after his G League returning player rights were acquired by South Bay. However, history suggests the Lakers could once again be setting themselves up for regret.

The NBA trade deadline is Feb. 6 and the buzz around notable players and teams is building. Keep an eye on players such as Jimmy Butler, Cameron Johnson, and Zach LaVine, who'll be linked to possible trades. Another star who has emerged in trade talks is Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox.

The Warriors medical has given Draymond green light to do some light on-court work, which is a great step since he fell to injury on Jan. 18.

If a team is  somewhere in the middle, it better have a clear direction because floundering around play-in territory is the NBA’s version of purgatory.

De'Aaron Fox reportedly hitting the open market opens up significant opportunities for several blockbuster deals to close before the Feb. 6 NBA trade deadline.

Jimmy Butler’s time with the Miami Heat is coming to an end very soon and we have listed three dark horse teams that could acquire the superstar if the Phoenix Suns don’t get the deal over the line.

My league sources confirm these hesitations, revealing that Curry himself has reservations about Butler's fit in the Warriors' locker room — a sentiment shared by head coach Steve Kerr. Their worries stem from Butler's tumultuous history with previous teams:

Teams are entering the NBA trade deadline with the idea of adjusting their cap situations, while rumors and intel about Jimmy Butler form.

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green is making “good progress” toward a return from the left calf strain he sustained Jan. 18 in a game against the Washington Wizards, the team announced Monday afternoon.

The Miami Heat haven't made a decision about a Jimmy Butler trade, but that doesn't mean you can't. Here's what you should know and how to get the most value for your situation.