CLEVELAND, Ohio -- The NBA trade deadline is getting closer and the rumors have continued. At this point, it has become more clear which teams will be "buyers" and which will be "sellers." Some others are wild cards.

The Cleveland Cavaliers, with a losing record against teams with a record of .500 or better, have let opposing teams know that their own first-round pick is available, sources told cleveland.com. The Cavs believe that will make them competitive, able to make at least some kind of deal to improve the team. How much remains a big question.

Here is a roundup of the latest rumors around the NBA.

By Chris Fedor, cleveland.com

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DeAndre Jordan still possible for Cavaliers

While ESPN NBA Insider Adrian Wojnarowski believes the odds for the Cavaliers to make a blockbuster deal are low, he said Tuesday morning that the reigning Eastern Conference champs are "not completely out of it" on Jordan, who could be a free agent following this season.

The Clippers, who have also made Avery Bradley and Lou Williams available in trades, have not yet found the kind of package needed to move on from their players. The Clippers are said to want the Brooklyn pick for Jordan and ESPN is reporting the Clippers don't want to take more money back, including Tristan Thompson's high salary.

Speaking of Jordan, Yahoo Sports' Chris Mannix says the Washington Wizards are one team to watch when it comes to Jordan, as there is some buzz that the Wizards could put together a Marcin Gortat/Kelly Oubre-headlined package.

Jordan hired Jeff Schwartz—perhaps the most powerful agent in the NBA—last year. You generally don’t do that if you’re just going to opt in next summer rather than opt out and seek a max/near max contract. — David Aldridge (@davidaldridgedc) February 6, 2018

Again, Cleveland—maybe—might be willing to talk about that kind of deal for Jordan after this year, if it placated LeBron & Cavs didn’t have to surrender Brooklyn pick as part of a deal with the Clippers. But so far, they’ve been unwilling to include the Nets’ pick. — David Aldridge (@davidaldridgedc) February 6, 2018

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Marcin Gortat on the move?

John Wall remains sidelined for the Wizards, recovering from knee surgery that's expected to keep him out for about six weeks. However, since Wall's injury the Wizards have won five straight and are mere percentage points behind the struggling Cavaliers for the third spot in the Eastern Conference.

Despite their play, the Wizards have engaged in trade talks involving center Marcin Gortat, according to ESPN's Brian Windhorst. Like many other playoff teams, the Wizards are looking for immediate help while also not wanting to take on an abundance of long-term salary, which could impact financial flexibility.

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George Hill still possible for Cleveland?

A few weeks ago it appeared the Cavs and Kings were close on a deal for point guard George Hill. Those talks stalled. Hill is making $20 million this season and is owed $19 million next season, which would boost Cleveland's luxury tax bill.

However, according to Yahoo Sports, the two teams are looking for a third team, as the Kings aren't interested in JR Smith or Iman Shumpert, two players the Cavs want to be part of the package.

Even though Channing Frye was linked to the Kings in earlier talks, the Cavs would rather not deal Frye, who is incredibly important both on and off the floor. Even more so with Kevin Love's broken left hand.

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Lakers looking ahead to 2019

One of the teams most often linked to LeBron James in the 2018 summer, the Lakers are turning their focus to the following summer, according to an ESPN report.

The Lakers were expected to clear salary cap in pursuit of either James, Paul George or DeMarcus Cousins. But with George's recent comments about the Thunder having an advantage re-signing him, Cousins' season-ending injury and the lack of a second star on the roster to woo James, the Lakers are "recalibrating" the focus to the following summer. That's when All-Stars Kawhi Leonard, Jimmy Butler, Kyrie Irving and Klay Thompson can all become free agents.

This new approach could change Los Angeles' goal during Thursday's deadline. There was speculation about the Lakers trying to unload youngsters Jordan Clarkson or Julius Randle, if not both. ESPN is now reporting the odds of that or another meaningful trade going down are "50-50 at best."

This could also allow the Lakers to actually become "buyers," taking on bad contracts for one more year if it means getting a draft pick or two attached in a deal.

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Celtics looking for another first-round pick

With the Cavs looking as vulnerable as ever, it appears the Celtics are gearing up to pounce. According to the New York Times, the Celtics are making Marcus Smart available in trades, hoping to secure a first-round pick.

The Celtics are chasing that extra first-round pick in Marcus Smart trade talks in hopes of flipping it in a deal for either Lou Williams or Tyreke Evans, league sources say — Marc Stein (@TheSteinLine) February 6, 2018

Smart is sidelined with a laceration on his hand and is set for free agency following this season so trying to get something for him makes sense. The Celtics have made him an offer in the past, one they believe is fair value, but could lose him this off-season. If they can flip Smart for a first rounder then the Celtics will target either Memphis' Tyreke Evans or Los Angeles Clippers swingman Lou Williams in an effort to boost the enigmatic bench.

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Front-runners emerge for Tyreke Evans

The Memphis swingman was taken out of the lineup recently, with the Grizzlies pursuing various deals. Like many other players on the market, the Grizzlies have reportedly attached a first-round pick to Evans. It's not a matter of if, but when for Evans. There's also a question regarding compensation.

The Celtics seem hesitant to give up a first rounder for Evans, who will not come with Bird rights and may end up being a rental.