The Houston Rockets have called off trade talks involving Omer Asik ahead of their self-imposed deadline.

The Rockets had been discussing a trade of Asik with the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers. Both front offices have ties to Daryl Morey in the form of Danny Ainge and Sam Hinkie.

The Celtics were offering Brandon Bass and Courtney Lee, along with a first round pick for Asik.

Many teams are leery of Asik's $15 million contract for next season, even though it counts as $8.3 million against the cap and luxury tax.

Morey has also informed Asik's agent, Arn Tellem, that he's ended trade talks at this point.