Post by pistons521 - MIA on Feb 22, 2009 5:32:41 GMT
Rumors around the league as of February 21st...
Kobe on his way out of New Jersey?
Several inside reports indicate that Kobe Bryant could be out of New Jersey by as early as Monday. Following the recent Kenyon Martin trade, New Jersey is apparently looking for youth and cap relief. Apparently, even the champs are feeling the belt tightening effects of the economy.
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Richard Jefferson to Los Angeles?
League sources indicate that a deal for Richard Jefferson is near complete. Details are not known currently. It is also being reported that Philadelphia or Washington could be an alternative location for the Cleveland star.
Amare unhappy in Minnesota?
After Minnesota's loss to New Orleans this past week the struggling Timberwolves' star was quoted as saying he wouldn't mind a trade. Amare has also been observed isolating himself from teammates in the locker room and not participating in team activities.
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Boozer to Indiana?
ESPN.com reports that Indiana has actively been pursuing the much publicly announced availability of Carlos Boozer..."After Boston pulled down a deal for star forward Chris Bosh it appears Boozers stay in Boston is over, and one likely location is Indiana for a package probably centered around Jerryd Bayless, Paul Millsap, and Anthony Randolph." Boston executives could not be reached for comment.
Happy Days in Charlotte
After Charlotte's amazing start to the season ticket sales have skyrocketed.
"This is the most we've sold in a 10 game span ever." Michael Jordan said.
It appears everyone is having a great time in Charlotte. While new Bobcats, Jermaine O'Neal and Andre Kirilenko are old teammates and best friends. The BFF's bought a condo in downtown Charlotte to room together. Team building doesn't end on the court for these new-age Bobcats.
Tracy McGrady welcomes trade to Dallas.
The star guard was quoted as saying on Mark Cuban's blog:
"I love Texas. I'm glad to be back. I'll be wearing a different uniform, but I'm glad to be back. I'm eager to get on the court with my new team and get us ready to make a run for the playoffs. The 'mac' is home baby."
NBA.com reported that opening day jersey sales for T-mac's Dallas jersey broke records of any previous one-day sales and there is now a two week back order on all McGrady jerseys.
Bogut, Marion on way out?
Reports coming from Oklahoma City indicate that Shawn Marion and Andrew Bogut may very well not finish this season in a Thunder jersey. While details of any potential deals could not be discovered, these two players are apparently the most shopped from Oklahoma City. Marion's hefty expiring contract could be appealing to some teams, and Bogut's size and talent are attractive as well.
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Gasol to Portland?
The Miami shake up (or is it down?) continues as the reports from Miami indicate newly acquired center Marc Gasol is in the works to head to Portland. The exact details of the deal are unknown at the moment, but insider sources say the Portland executives are bent on acquiring Wilson Chandler as well, while Miami refuses to part with him.