The Dallas Mavericks have been rumored to be listening to trade offers for point guard Jalen Brunson. However, listening and making a deal are two different things, and the Mavs have set a steep asking price for Brunson.

Speaking on The Lowe Post Podcast, ESPN's Tim MacMahon said, "I have been assured that they will not move Brunson before the trade deadline unless it is, and I quote, a 'What the bleep are they thinking type of offer?'"

Brunson status as an upcoming unrestricted free agent this summer seems to be sparking some of the trade interest. Both MacMahon and host Zach Lowe said that Dallas is going to have to pay to keep the guard.

"This I know: Jalen Brunson’s preference would be to stay in Dallas. He ain’t taking a discount to do it," said MacMahon. "He wants to get paid, period. Preferably in Dallas. I’ve asked around about that, I feel like I’ve got very strong information there.