http://insider.espn.go.com/nba/insi...columnist=ford_chad&page=TenTradeTeams-110217 The NBA trade deadline is one week away, and with the exception of the six-month Carmelo Anthony saga, which is really humming the same tune over and over again, there hasn't been much in the way of new trade rumors. That should change this weekend, as representatives from all 30 teams descend on Los Angeles for the All-Star break. In the past, All-Star Weekend has been a nice catalyst for trade talks. With so many GMs and owners in the same room, the ice gets broken and people start talking. Two big obstacles stand in the way, of course. For starters, with so many teams having interest in Melo, teams are holding onto assets they might otherwise be willing to move. Second, the looming lockout and new CBA discussions have created an environment of caution for many owners. A number of teams have been unwilling to commit to taking on more money until they have a clearer view of how things will change under the new CBA. Owners may get some clarity when they sit down with the union as part of a weekend bargaining session, but it's unlikely they'll really know much more at this early stage. To continue reading this article you must be an Insider anyone have insider?
Here's the part related to the Rockets: Houston Rockets Houston really has needs just about everywhere, and sources say the Rockets have been very active contacting teams. A number of GMs have told ESPN.com that everyone on the Rockets' roster is available right now -- for the right price. The Rockets' biggest need is at center, and they've looked at everyone from Samuel Dalembert to Chris Kaman to Marcus Camby. The team is also trying to pry away a small forward -- Carmelo Anthony has been at the top of their list, though they aren't willing to give away the farm for a guy who might be a short-term rental. The Pacers have soundly rebuffed their Danny Granger overtures. There is also a level of interest in the same three guys the Mavs have been pursuing and, if they're really desperate, they could spend a ton of money on hometown favorite Rashard Lewis. And they'd still like an elite point guard. The question on everyone's mind right now is -- where are the Rockets going? They're currently in 11th place in the West -- and several games out of a No. 8 seed. Is GM Daryl Morey trying to put together a playoff team? Or is he blowing things up? He's sending mixed signals around the league right now, and the truth is he may be playing his hand both ways until he sees what his best move is going forward.
LOL... if the Rockets make a trade for Rashard Lewis, then I give up. There is no reason whatsoever to take on that pathetic contract.
I don't seriously think that Morey has any interest in Rashard Lewis. The mention of this discredits the entire article for me.
Well so much for trying to bring Danny Granger here. According to the article, I guess the Pacers aren't in love with the Rockets "assets."
Wow, I know a lot more about what's going on with the Rockets and what they might do than these guys who want me to pay for their content?
I think it has more to do with Indy being reluctant to trade with them being in a playoff race. Indy will likely talk in the off-season. (picks, future picks, contracts one year less than they are, etc)
so funny the insider article mentions Dalembert, Kaman, and Camby; three guys who do not fit a long-term vision at all. Certainly does not jive with the Q&A Morey had the other day.
