Post by Philadelphia 76ers on Dec 24, 2007 18:36:40 GMT -5
LeBron headed to Philly?
Christmas came early for the Orlando Magic when they acquired mega- talent LeBron James from the Cleveland Cavaliers. Apparently they didn't like their gift from Santa this year. Twenty-four hours after acquiring King James the Magic GM reportedly offered the Philadelphia 76ers a groundbreaking deal that would send James to the City of[ Brotherly Love for newly acquired Kevin Garnett. The only thing holding this trade up is the 76ers are running a background check on LeBron's heart, which was a lingering injury last season. The deal is expected to be announced in the next day or two.
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Melo and Dwight Howard Unhappy In Denver?
[/size]According to my sources close to the organization, the Denver Nuggets have put Carmelo Anthony on the block after an altercation with Dwight Howard at practice. After getting blocked hard by Howard, Melo slapped D12 and then hid behind JR Smith and Steve Francis. No word on whether Carmelo will be handed a fine by the team. On the trading front, Phoenix has offered the Nuggets a deal that would send Amare Stoudemire to Denver in exchange for Melo and a first rounder. No offers have been made for Dwight Howard as of yet. Stay tuned to see how things will resolve.
Detroit not done dealing?
After pulling the trigger numerous times on blockbuster deals in the offseason, the new Detroit Pistons GM not been finished believe it or not. Rumors are swirling that the Pistons are close to acquiring former scoring champion Tracy McGrady from the New Jersey Nets. The superstar has been struggling with his new squad this season, the New Jersey GM was quoted saying
"We are very dissapointed in Tmac's play this season, we are looking to move him ASAP"
The Nets are looking for a package that consists of 2 time dunk champion Jason Richardson and Jason Maxiell. Detroit has also offered the same package for Pau Gasol. Gasol averaged 27 pts for the Grizzlies in the prestigious Pre-Season Tourney.
"Yi and Horford are staying put"
There have been some unfounded rumors out of the Hawks front office that both Yi and Horford are being discussed in trades. At one point a three mile radius around the Hawks offices blacked out because of all the phones calls made inquiring about these players. One rumor is a deal for Jason Richardson and another for Josh Howard. The most surprising rumor and perhaps the most founded of all three is a deal for Amare Stoudemire. The Hawks GM was unavailable for comment but he released this statement: "When we drafted Horford and Yi we imagined them playing side by side for the next decade and many banners hanging from the rafters as a result. There will always be inquiries about players with great talent and greater potential. We have and will always field offers from teams for any of our players in case the right deal comes around. Even so, we do not envision the separation of Yi and Horford from the Hawks organization any time soon." The Hawks GM may not have been available for comment but the President had this to say, "I will always do what is in the best interest of the Atlanta Hawks organization and will ALWAYS make moves to mold this franchise into a winner."
Oden heading to Utah?
Sources close to the Utah Jazz organization have told me that Utah is close to landing super phenom Greg Oden from the Seattle Supersonics. The deal would send Oden and veteran point guard Andre Miller, young Swiss shooting guard Thabo Selfosha and a non protected first rounder to the Jazz in exchange for Deron Williams and Carlos Boozer. When asked about the potential trade Seattle had this to say.
"Greg Oden is available as much as Shaq's weight loss program (We all know he doesn't have one). No chance Oden goes anywhere."
Could the Sonics GM be setting a smoke screen or does Shaq actually have a weight loss program somewhere down in Brazil?
Other rumors
The 76ers have been shopping Charlotte's first rounder (which could be a potential lottery pick) along with Kyle Korver. Word has it that he is looking for a star SF to complement Kevin Garnett. Teams that are interested are the Grizzlies (Rudy Gay), Utah Jazz (Luol Deng) and Boston Celtics (Lamar Odom).