With the trade deadline nearing, the Toronto Raptors appear increasingly likely to part ways with star forward Pascal Siakam. Facing the prоspect of losing him for free in the offseason, Toronto is reportedly seeking a trade to recoup value for the two-time All-Star.

Enter the Golden State Warriors, a natural contender for Siakam’s services. Boasting a treasure trove of assets and desperate to capitalize on Steph Curry’s prime, the Warriors haven’t hidden their interest. Now, The Athletic’s Anthony Slater confirms that talks between the two teams are indeed underway.With both sides motivated – Toronto to avoid losing Siakam for nothing, and Golden State to bolster their championship bid – the coming weeks may see a blockbuster trade involving one of the league’s hottest commodities.