Raptors, Cavs, Suns, Rockets Interested In Kevin Martin

Via Sacramento Bee

Kevin Martin is closing in on a return to game-action, which could be the beginning of an audition for other teams. Many teams are hoping to land Martin by the February trade deadline should the Kings make him available.

League sources indicate Houston, Toronto, Cleveland, Phoenix and Dallas are among those keeping watch.

The Kings, who are believed to be looking for a significant frontcourt addition, have given no indication they intend to move Martin. There is, however, doubt by some that a backcourt combo of Tyreke Evans and Martin will not work in the longterm.

Petrie said he has no reason to believe the Evans-Martin combination won’t work.

“Both guys get along with everybody,” Petrie said. “(Evans is) not a one-man show. He’s a very good show. … There’s going to be some trial and error there, too. They haven’t played together yet, really.”