The Orlando Magic and Dwight Howard have been one of the main focuses in the NBA after the lockout ended, and the future of the Magic's franchise player has become a Source of constant chatter. The Lakers are one of the teams interested in his services and they might even have the pieces to get a trade done. Even though teams can't make deals until Friday, the Lakers have already had conversations with the Magic, although it doesn't seem like they were very productive.
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Mike Bresnahan Lakers had "cursory" talks today w/ ORL about Dwight Howard, The Times has learned. Translation: Unproductive. No trade proposals exchanged.
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Our pals at Orlando Pinstriped Post think that this shows the Magic is taking a smart approach to this incredibly difficult situation.
It's a strong indicator that Orlando, under President of Basketball Operations Otis Smith, intends to take a patient approach with regard to the future of its franchise cornerstone; until Howard makes clear his intentions--stay with Orlando long term, continue his career with another team, or stay with the Magic this season and test free agency in 2012--trading him would make no sense.