The game has changed and has shifted toward the perimeter. Those heavy-footed, old-school big men who can only play above and below the rim have become an offensive liability, and teams are looking for bigs who can stretch the floor now.

That’s why sharpshooters have become such a valuable trade chip in today’s game. With that in mind, let’s take a look at the top three-point shooters that could be available ahead of the trade deadline.

NBA Rumors: 3 Best Shooters Likely To Be Available

3. Tim Hardaway Jr

Tim Hardaway Jr.’s tenure with the Dallas Mavericks is reportedly coming to an end. Jason Kidd has made him available in trade talks, which isn’t unsurprising considering their desperate need for depth.

While he’s been injury-prone over the past couple of years, and it seems like he’s lost his first step, Tim Hardaway Jr. is still a lights-out shooter. He’s on a reasonable contractand is most definitely worth the risk.

2. Buddy Hield

Against all odds, the Indiana Pacers have held on to Buddy Hield, but that doesn’t mean he’s a part of their plans going forward. They’re looking to get younger and more athletic, so he doesn’t fit their timeline.

Hield has become one of the most efficient volume shooters in the past couple of decades. He can knock down shots from all over the court and has anelite ability to create separation over his defender.

1. Gary Trent Jr

The Toronto Raptors are most likely going to blow up the roster and hit the drawing board again. That means Gary Trent Jr. could be on the trade block, even though he’s not oldor making a lot of money.

Trent Jr. has one of the quickest triggers in the league, and he can also hold his own as a solid perimeter defender. While he’s often overlooked, multiple championship contenders could benefit from his 3-and-D skill set.

Moreover, chances are that they just don’t have the personnel they need to win consecutive championships. So, as much as they love their prospects, they might have to part ways with a couple of them.

With that in mind, and considering their salary cap limitations, let’s take a look at the three likeliest trade candidates that could help Stephen Curry and the Warriors straighten the ship once and for all.

NBA Trade Rumors: Potential Targets For The Warriors

3. Jakob Poeltl

The San Antonio Spurs have no interest in competing right now. All they think about is getting the first-overall pick in the upcoming NBA Draft to get Victor Wembanyama, so they’ll likely trade most of their veterans.

Kevon Looney has been outstanding for the Dubs, but they just cannot trust James Wiseman. They need a backup big man who could anchor the defense and not be an offensive liability, and Jakob Poeltl fits that mold.

2. Bojan Bogdanovic

The Detroit Pistons struck gold with Bojan Bogdanovic. He’s playing the best basketball in his career and has been a solid veteran influence for their young players. Nonetheless, he doesn’t fit their timeline.

So, as much as they love him, they’d be better off getting whatever they can in return for him. He’s a smart player, solid passer, efficient shooter, and solid team defender, so he’s perfect for Steve Kerr’s system.

1. Gary Trent Jr.

The Toronto Raptors are reportedly considering blowing their roster up, and Gary Trent Jr. figures to draw plenty of interest in the trade market, which should come as no surprise at this point.

Trent Jr. is one of the most efficient three-point shooters in the league, not to mention a stout backcourt defender. He’s got the 3-and-D skills the Dubs have craved all season long, and he could be a major catalyst for them, just like Gary Payton II.

Regardless of your stance, no one can deny that any team desperately craves a couple of efficient shooters to stand a chance in today’s basketball. That’s just the way it goes in the league nowadays.

With that in mind, sharpshooters are expected to be a highly-coveted asset as we head towardthe NBA trade deadline this season. So, here, we’ll let you know about 3 snipers that might be on the trade block.

NBA News: 3 Veteran Shooters Who Could Be Traded Soon

3. Gary Trent Jr.

The Toronto Raptors have been disappointing this season, and Masai Ujiri needs to weigh in on the future of multiple players, Gary Trent Jr. included. He can opt-out of his contract at the end of the season, and it seems like his trending in that direction.

The Raptors might look to blow it up and build around reigning Rookie of the Year, Scottie Barnes. Trent Jr. is one of the best shooters in the league, not to mention a peskyand willing defender. And he’s only 24 years old, so he’ll fetch some nice value in return.

2. Bojan Bogdanovic

While not the youngest player in the league, Bojan Bogdanovic might as well be the most reliable. He’s become a vocal leader for the young Detroit Pistons, and they sure appreciate that veteran mentorship.

Nonetheless, Bogdanovic doesn’t fit their timeline by any means, and they could give any draft pick a better use. The former Utah Jazz combo forward can shoot lights out, handle the ball, create for others, and even plays some defense.

1. Kyle Kuzma

Kyle Kuzma has blossomed into a serviceable player for the Washington Wizards. Clearly, playing side by side with Anthony Davis and LeBron James prevented him from reaching his true potential.

But now that he’s showcased his skills and proven that he can be a 3-and-D stretch four, there will be no shortage of teams interested in trading for Kuzma. The Wizards might look to move him and/or Kristaps Porzingis if they don’t improve soon.

Anthony Davis has missed a big chunk of the season with an injury and he doesn’t seem close to making a return. Also, the Lakers veterans have failed to live up to the hype and the team looks like a borderline playoff squad right now.

That’s why it’s not surprising to see that Rob Pelinka is working around the clock to try and give LeBron James some help. For that purpose, they could pursue Gary Trent Jr. of the Toronto Raptors.

NBA Rumors: Lakers Want To Trade For Gary Trent Jr.

(Via Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype)

“The Los Angeles Lakers have been doing their due diligence around the league, and expressed interest in Raptors guard Gary Trent Jr., according to league sources. One of several players they’ve checked in on. However, I don’t see a deal happening between those teams at this time since it would likely have to involve Talen Horton-Tucker and Kendrick Nunn from a salaries perspective.”

Needless to say, whether the Raptors will be interested in any deal involving Trent – or in that offer – remains to be seen, but that gives us a picture of the kind of player Rob Pelinka is pursuing right now.

Lakers Exploring The Market For Some Of Their Players

“The Lakers have little trade flexibility,but that hasn’t stopped Los Angeles from exploring various potential deal,” Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report said. “Rob Pelinka’s front officehas only Talen Horton-Tucker and Kendrick Nunn as non-minimum players with tangible trade value, and that combination won’t be nearly enough to land Grant or Turner.But the Lakers have called rival teams to assess the trade value of DeAndre Jordan, Dwight Howard and Kent Bazemore, sources said.”

Whether it’s Trent or any other player, it’s clear that the Lakers desperately need help to turn their pedestrian offense around. With a couple of pieces and Anthony Davis’ return, they can still salvage their season.