It should not be a surprise to anyone that the Lakers are looking for a trade to acquire Chris Paul or Dwight Howard. But what about if I tell you this. The Lakers are looking to acquire both Chris Paul and Dwight Howard. Yes, that is right, both of them. You are talking about a team with Paul, Howard, and Bryant. This must be good for Laker fans, but scary for the others. According to ESPN, source indicate that the Lakers are hoping to pull off a blockbuster deal that will land them both Hornets guard Chris Paul, and Magic center Dwight Howard. The Lakers, with their financial capability and talent on their roster, especially the young center Andrew Bynum, there is no doubt that a deal can strike. The Lakers have spoken with the Hornets regarding their young star Chris Paul, you can opt out of his contract at the end of season. There is no official indication yet whether the Lakers have spoken with the Orlando Magic yet. Lakers vice-president and general manager stated that he and the organization believes that they can compete with the roster they currently have. Dwight Howard has not yet spoken and informed the Orlando front office about his decision yet, but Paul, according to sources close to the situation, state that his first preference would be New York, but he is keeping his options open. Lets be honest, who does not want to play for the Lakers? You get payed in advance, you play in the largest tv market in the nation, lets not forget Hollywood, the tradition, and a front-office and ownership that wants to win. Sources also say that Paul and Howard have had conversation regarding the idea of playing with each other. An anonymous Western Conference team executive stated that "The Lakers are interested in trying to do something for both (Paul and Howard".
Reminder: Free Agency does not official begin until December 9th.
