The NBA trade deadline is not until Feb. 6, but the buzz around notable players and teams is building up. Keep an eye on players such as Jimmy Butler, Zion Williamson and Zach LaVine, who'll be linked to possible trades. One team to watch is the Phoenix Suns, who have stayed busy in January, making two trades while remaining in the mix for Butler.

According to The Athletic, the Lakers are still active in trade discussions around the league as the trade deadline approaches. Despite extensive talks, it remains unlikely that they'll go all-in to win now or tear the team down.

The chances of the Lakers making the type of big trade that would make them contenders or near-contenders any time soon may be slim.

Though rumors have circulated of potential targets for the Oklahoma City Thunder, it's entirely possible it decides to keep the roster together for the playoffs.

Even though there's a need for depth, people around the league think that the Lakers may not go all in at the deadline.