With the trade deadline coming up in less than a month (February 19th to be exact), I thought it would be prudent to discuss what possibilities could exist. But I realized that I couldn't possibly know what each team needed as I only truly follow the Kings closely, and although I have a solid grasp on quite a few teams needs, nobody knows their team better than the passionate fans that follow them.

So I contacted Blogger Fans from around the Interwebs (mostly SBN, the TrueHoop Network, and the Fansided Network) in order to get a little bit of information about their team (the amount of information I gleaned varied from person to person, so I'll have more on some teams than others), and for a little bit of outsider perspective from them (asking them what players from the Kings they would want on their team, besides Tyreke of course, who is perhaps the only truly untouchable asset). We as Kings fans tend to not have a totally realistic value of our players, or at least attribute a different value to our players than fans of other teams. So I hope you enjoy the read, and hopefully learn a lot. Thank you to all those who took the time to respond to my e-mails/fanposts.

Note: Clicking on each teams logo will link to their salary cap information from shamsports.com. It opens in a new window.

Atlantic Division:

Source: Roy Hobbs, Editor for Celtics Blog

My Analysis: Boston is built to compete for a title for the next 2-3 years, and thats why a player like Nocioni could be very valuable to them. Of all the teams that might have an interest in Noc, Boston has always been one that makes the most sense. They have the expirings and the need. They're also in a little bit of a slump and might think they can use the help.
Likelihood of a trade between us: I know Boston would love to trade Ray Allen to us for Martin and Kenny Thomas, but the Kings wouldn't do that. More likely, and very possible, is the Kings trading Nocioni for Scalabrine and House/T. Allen. I'm pretty sure that at this point, the Kings will take any expirings for Noc and if Boston calls, the deal will be done. But other than a Noc deal, nothing else makes much sense. The C's could want Sergio, but other teams could offer better deals for Sergio. Not many teams would want to take on Nocioni.

Source: NetsDaily, Manager of Nets Daily

Source: Seth, Manager of Posting and Toasting

Source: J. Sams, Co-Manager of Liberty Ballers

Source: Vicious D, Writer for Raptors HQ

Central Division:

Source: Stormin' Norman Disciple of Pippen Aint Easy and Not Qualified to Comment

Source: John Bena, Manager of Fear the Sword

Source: Brian Packey, Co-Manager of Detroit Bad Boys

Likelihood of a trade between us: Not good. If the Kings did want to acquire Brown, all it would take would be Hilton Armstrong, thanks to the 125% rule and it would save the Pistons a little bit of money, which could be something they're looking for, since reports are that the team is for sale. Other than that though, I don't see the Kings wanting any of the Pistons big contracts, and I don't see the Pistons willing to give up any of their young, cheap guys.

Source: Tom Lewis, Manager of Indy Cornrows

Source: Frank Madden, Manager of Brew Hoop

Southeast Division:

Source: hawksdawgs, Manager of Peach Tree Hoops (If you don't like that blog name, you don't like NBA blogs. OH BOY!)

Likelihood of a trade between us: No trade will happen between the Hawks and the Kings. Salaries don't match and talent doesn't match. The Hawks are probably set to see what kind of damage they can do with this roster, which on paper is quite tough.

Source: David Arnott, Manager of Rufus on Fire

Source: Lane Mitnick, Manager of All U Can Heat

Source: Ben Q. Rock, Manager of Orlando Pinstriped Post

Source: Mike Prada, Manager of Bullets Forever

Southwest Division:

Source: Rob Mahoney, Manager of The Two Man Game

Source: Rahat Huq, Manager of Red94

My Analysis: In my opinion, Houston would LOVE to get their hands on Kevin Martin. He would give them the scorer and outside threat they need. I think a large part of the Tracy McGrady for Kevin rumors were emanating from the Houston side. Sacramento probably wants nothing to do with McGrady and would likely want Aaron Brooks (who probably wouldn't work well with Evans, in my opinion), Carl Landry (6th man of a year, great post scorer), Luis Scola, or Trevor Ariza. I just don't see a Martin to Houston trade that would work to Sacramento's liking.
Likelihood of trade happening between us: As a matter of fact I don't see any trade with Houston working out to Sacramento's liking. Landry is a great scorer up front, but he's not a good rebounder, doesn't handle the ball well, and is an ok defender. Brooks is one of the best scoring point guards in the league, but his defense is sub-par, and he tends to take a lot of shots to get his points. I like Ariza, but the Kings already have a glut of wings, and I don't want to give up Omri or Donté for him. Both those guys could end up being better than Ariza.

Source: djturtleface, Manager of Straight Outta Vancouver

Source: Ryan Schwan, Co-Manager of Hornets247

Source: Andrew A. McNeill, Writer for 48MinutesofHell

Northwest Division:

Source: Andrew Feinstein, Co-Manager of Denver Stiffs

Source: Zach Harper, Long Time Timberwolves Fan and Writer for Cowbell Kingdom

Source: Zorgon, Manager of Welcome to Loud City

Source: Ben Golliver, Co-Manager of Blazers Edge

Likelihood of a trade between us: Ben says it best, "Maybe you could find a swap of expiring contracts or 2nd round picks but I'm not sure there's a fit anywhere past that." There isn't anything concrete here.

Source: Basketball John, Manager of SLC Dunk

Pacific Division:

Source: Rasheed Malek, Co-Manager of Warriors World

Source: Steve Perrin, Manager of Clips Nation

Source: Chris Clark, Co-Manager of Silver Screen and Roll

Source: Phoenix Stan, Manager of Bright Side of the Sun