NBA Trade Rumors: Top Buzz Surrounding Greg Monroe, Rudy Gay and More

With the league’s balance of power becoming apparent one month into the 2016-17 NBA season, the trade rumor mill is starting to churn, and it involves some big-name players who could change the landscape significantly.

While it seems as though the league is still in pursuit of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Golden State Warriors, a major trade could close the gap, particularly if it involves another team off to a strong start, such as the San Antonio Spurs or Los Angeles Clippers.

As the 2016-17 campaign continues to take shape, here is a rundown of the top players rumored to be available on the trade market. 

Greg Monroe

Despite performing near an All-Star level for much of his career, big man Greg Monroe is seemingly on the outs with the Milwaukee Bucks. 

Monroe is averaging career lows with 17.6 minutes, 8.6 points and 6.6 rebounds per game. According to ESPN.com’s Marc Stein, that may stem from the fact that Milwaukee has had Monroe on the trade block since last season despite signing him in free agency during the 2015 offseason.

The 26-year-old is coming off a recent stretch that saw him play just over 17 minutes in four games, including a contest in which head coach Jason Kidd sat him for the duration.

Per Joe Zenzola of 105.7 The Fan, Monroe appears understandably unhappy with his current role:

Greg Monroe says it’s frustrating to barely be playing. “It’s a decision he (Kidd) made. Ask him.” #Bucks

— Joe Zenzola (@RadioJoeSports) November 20, 2016

Monroe’s lack of usage is puzzling considering he boasts career averages of 14.3 points and 9.1 rebounds per game.

According to Bleacher Report’s Andy Bailey, Monroe remains highly productive even though his minutes have been slashed significantly:

4 players in NBA history have had seasons w/ a 20+ REB% AND a 20+ AST%. Greg Monroe’s on track to be the 5th. And Jason Kidd won’t play him.

— Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey) November 28, 2016

The former Detroit Pistons star has a player option for next season, which means he can become an …

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