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Latest updates and analysis from the trading block:
With the NBA trade deadline rapidly approaching (Feb. 21), we at sportsnet.ca will do our best to keep you abreast of all of the trade rumours as there seem to be plenty of teams and players in play this year. Watch for our daily updates as the off-court action seems to be intensifying.
Storified by Kevin Nielsen· Tue, Feb 19 2013 09:39:49
The Raptors are short a point guard on their roster. A couple of players that might make sense for Toronto to acquire are the Suns’ Sebastion Telfair and Timberwolves’ Luke Ridnour according to ESPN’s Chris Broussard. Ridnour’s deal may be a tad pricey for the Raptors I would suspect.
Toronto in need of backup PG; could be landing spot for Telfair or Minny’s Luke Ridnour.Chris Broussard
That said, all is quiet on the Raptors trade from according to the Toronto Star’s Doug Smith although he expects Brian Colangelo might pull off something small before the deadline passes:
Doug Smith’s Sports BlogRandom thoughts after a long weekend. – So another one is over. Was a very good weekend, all in all; the game was pretty good, the storie…
Bobcats beat reporter Rick Bonnell says the Bargnani-Gordon chatter was simply rumours with nothing substantive to it:
Several have asked about this Bargnani rumor. Everything I’ve heard, it’s baseless. Makes no sense for Raptors and little for Bobcats.Rick Bonnell
The drama in Los Angeles never ends. Fox Sports Sam Amico says that Kobe Bryant wouldn’t be too upset if the Lakers decided to part ways with Dwight Howard. He and several of his teammates question whether the centre “takes the game seriously and “wants it” enough for the challenges the team now faces.”
Sources: Kobe OK with Howard tradeWith 29 regular-season games remaining and the playoffs still in sight, Kobe Bryant is more determined than ever to prove he and the Lake…
Yahoo! Sports Adrian Wojnarowski writes about Jerry Buss’ legacy in telling how Kobe Bryant almost became a Piston:
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Among the teams being linked to Atlanta Hawks forward Josh Smith in this ESPN.com story are the Phoenix Suns, Milwaukee Bucks, Brooklyn Nets and Boston Celtics. The latter seems like a real longshot.
Hawks seem determined to deal Josh SmithElsa/Getty Images You don’t have to listen too closely to hear trade chatter about Kevin Garnett and Josh Smith. It didn’t take long, com…
The Nets may not have the pieces to get a deal done either as they are working the phones and trying to use Kris Humphries as a trade chip.
Nets trying for Josh Smith but ATL has no interest in offers w/Kris Humphries. Neither do many teams they’re trying to involve for 3-wayBrian Windhorst
Nets GM Billy King says that there is about a 10 per cent chance that he pulls off a deal before the deadline passes.
King: There’s a 10 percent chance Nets make a tradeFollow the Nets’ return to New York with Newsday’s Rod Boone. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Billy King doesn’t think the Nets are going to be …
The Wizards are willing to move most of their roster add Smith to their squad:
In talks with ATL for Josh Smith, Wizards have said all but 3 players available: J Wall, B Beal & NeneChris Broussard
The Suns continue to look for a star after swinging and missing last summer.
One more: In Josh Smith derby, several teams believe Suns are determined for deal after missing on Eric Gordon and Rudy Gay in past months.Adrian Wojnarowski
The calm before the storm?
Two days before NBA trade deadline. Nothing imminent on Hawks front at this time. #ATLHawksChris Vivlamore
As the Josh Smith Sweepstakes heat up, Grantland’s Zach Lowe breaks down the considerations teams need to make before they pull the trigger on a deal for Smith and looks at possible destinations for the want-away Hawks forward.
The Josh Smith SweepstakesIf the mercurial Hawks forward is dealt, where will he go? By Zach Lowe on J osh Smith told Grantland just a few short weeks ago that he …
The Boston Herald says the Celtics have been busy but the cupboard is bare as they try to upgrade the roster. Everyone around the team including Paul Pierce and Doc Rivers seem to understand the dilemma that general manager Danny Ainge faces:
Not much to discuss | Boston Herald
Yahoo! Sports Adrian Wojnarowski reports that the Timberwolves are one of the few teams that are shopping draft picks. If they are willing to take on salary, they should be able to get something done.
Minnesota has been aggressive in offering multiple first-round picks for established talent, league sources tell Y!Adrian Wojnarowski
Alex Kennedy reports that the Magic and Knicks have held discussions over a deal that would land sharpshooter J.J. Redick in New York.
The Magic and Knicks have discussed a J.J. Redick for Iman Shumpert trade. Other players (and maybe a third team) would have to be involved.Alex Kennedy
Nothing imminent, but it’s something to keep an eye on over next few days. Redick helps NY win now, Shumpert gives ORL another young piece.Alex Kennedy
Teams trying to trade for J.J. Redick surveying cost to re-sign him in summer. If Bucks move a starting guard, he’s a major target for them.Adrian Wojnarowski
A first-round pick for Mareese Speights? Why not?
Several teams willing to part with first-round picks for Cavs PF Marreese Speights, but most in 20-30 range. Nothing enticing Cavs at momentSam Amico
