A new report this week suggested the Toronto Raptors are a team to look out for in acquiring New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram before the trade deadli

Toronto reportedly has interest in acquiring Brandon Ingram from the Pelicans or facilitating a Jimmy Butler trade.

While the franchise’s trade deadline may not be as exciting as in past years, there’s still a decent chance that one or more Raptors players will go on the move ahead of the February 6 trade deadline. A few players seem safe: recent first round-picks Scottie Barnes, Gradey Dick, and Ja’Kobe Walter all seem to be long-term pieces of the team’s core.

The Toronto Raptors have "emerged as a team to watch" regarding New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram as the Feb. 6 trade deadline looms. NBA

The Raptors are struggling this season, but they could still make a big move to get Brandon Ingram at the trade deadline.

Trade deadline week is almost here for the NBA and the Toronto Raptors are set up to be active. Toronto possesses trade chips in Bruce Brown, Chris Boucher, Kelly Olynyk and Jakob Poeltl.