Los Angeles Lakers forward Lamar Odom, so hurt by that are included in three team trade for Chris Paul, who was rejected by the NBA last week, finally was treated on Sunday, the Dallas Mavericks for $ 8.9 million trade exception, but also as a protected first round pick.
Lakers also threw in a 2012 second-round draft pick in the deal, which came two days after trading Odom asked, according to Lakers team source.
"Right now, for me, after Odom, Dirk Nowitzki, Shawn Marion, we have the best forward trio in the league at this time. And that's exciting," Mavericks coach Rick Carlisle said. "Lamar Odom is a person we have great respect as a person and as an all-around player in this league, we believe that it goes so many different sizes to add to our -., long playing, noting experience, championship experience."
Odom will help the recovery of the Mavs "out Tyson Chandler to New York Knicks.
"Excited," said Nowitzki, he describes his first emotion when hearing the deal. "I mean, really Lamar Odom trade exception - and I do not even know what it is. - So we turned nothing into a major player always a fan of his game because he has always been a great player on all sides. He is very smooth, very fun to watch, so I think he will fit in great. He can play multiple positions, it can keep a few items, it is long, so I think he will fit well. "
Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak Odom praised for his time in Los Angeles
"Lamar is a great player for us in his seven years with the Lakers and is crucial to help us win two championships," said Kupchak. "He's always done with class and professionalism and we wish him success in the rest of his career."
Whether the Lakers trade exception use Dallas in the trade later, at least for the Lakers think that could trade disgruntled player to move while saving nearly $ 18 million salary and luxury tax penalties, said a source. Another team source said the concern Odom would not be as important role this season under new coach Mike Brown as he was in Jackson when he was summoned to the triangle to activate the offense when he ground the second module .
Without these additional responsibilities, Odom is a very expensive substitute for holding a list.
Odom, 32, an average of 14.4 points, 8.7 rebounds and 3.0 assists per game last season while shooting a career 53 percent from the field. He contributed to two championship-winning teams and was named the league's Sixth Man of the Year last season. He has spent 11 of his 12 seasons in the NBA in Los Angeles (seven with the Lakers, Clippers four).
Calls to Odom and Schwartz made by ESPNLosAngeles.com not immediately returned.
Odom is a Laker teammates said they are not satisfied with the transaction.
"To be honest, I enjoy it," said Bryant. "It's hard to lose Lamar. Pau (Gasol) is still here and we are all grateful. It's hard when you have been through so many battles with players to see just go somewhere else. It's difficult."
Bryant and Derek Fisher led a chorus of confused anger of the Lakers, who have no idea what their plans front office just two weeks before the season opener. Los Angeles is believed to be working on a deal for Orlando center Dwight Howard, but the trade exception acquired from Dallas, only a small part of any deal.
"As a basketball player, but are confused about what its focus should be," said Fischer. "I am very frustrated and disappointed for (Odom and Gasol). If you select will be Lamar Laker for life."
Bryant said he hates seeing Odom left Los Angeles: "Especially for them we had to go back and get them back to difficult ... I think the lack Who did we get here I do not think. ..? Mark Cuban is protesting this trade . "
Odom said he was hurt by that are included in the sunken trading Paul to New Orleans. Los Angeles, Houston and New Orleans agreed to a deal Thursday that would Odom and Lakers forward Pau Gasol sent to the New Orleans Hornets guard for Paul. Gasol will then be sent to Houston for Luis Scola, Kevin Martin, Goran Dragic and 2012 first round pick.
NBA Commissioner David Stern nixed trade shortly thereafter and said he got in the best interest of the Hornets, currently controlled by the league to protect it while shopping for a new owner of the franchise.
As a result of the canceled transaction beaten by Odom of the Lakers first day of training camp on Friday. He noted, however, go to the practical possibility of face to face meeting with general manager Mitch Kupchak, in which he speaks his desire to be traded, depending on the source to have. Kupchak asked Odom to reconsider its position and said the 12-year veteran is considering its decision.
"You do not want to put no, I do not want," Odom to the Los Angeles Times on Thursday.
Odom refrained from practicing again on Saturday, instead of using practice time to undergo annual physical team. In an interview with Lakers management on Saturday, Odom agent, Jeff Schwartz, Odom confirmed their desire to be traded, the source said.
While Odom chose to stay away from the team, while trade is still in motion, Gasol continues to practice with the team during this time. Gasol was present at the team media day Sunday, and even filmed a TV promo for the Lakers' Christmas Day game against Chicago. He looked at the camera and said: "We are back" while wearing his Lakers jersey № 16.
Gasol practiced with the team Sunday after media day festivities.
"I do not think this person is not," said Gasol. "This is a business move, I think. The franchise is trying to do everything possible for the best interest of the franchise and the team. ... I'll just have to be professional. My desire is to stay here. I as part of this team this franchise, this city, the fans, everybody. It was during the last few days of uncertainty and insecurity. And perhaps it is not over.
"I'm just going to be as professional as I can do my job and just do what I like and play basketball and play with a team I love to play."
Lakers also threw in a 2012 second-round draft pick in the deal, which came two days after trading Odom asked, according to Lakers team source.
"Right now, for me, after Odom, Dirk Nowitzki, Shawn Marion, we have the best forward trio in the league at this time. And that's exciting," Mavericks coach Rick Carlisle said. "Lamar Odom is a person we have great respect as a person and as an all-around player in this league, we believe that it goes so many different sizes to add to our -., long playing, noting experience, championship experience."
Odom will help the recovery of the Mavs "out Tyson Chandler to New York Knicks.
"Excited," said Nowitzki, he describes his first emotion when hearing the deal. "I mean, really Lamar Odom trade exception - and I do not even know what it is. - So we turned nothing into a major player always a fan of his game because he has always been a great player on all sides. He is very smooth, very fun to watch, so I think he will fit in great. He can play multiple positions, it can keep a few items, it is long, so I think he will fit well. "
Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak Odom praised for his time in Los Angeles
"Lamar is a great player for us in his seven years with the Lakers and is crucial to help us win two championships," said Kupchak. "He's always done with class and professionalism and we wish him success in the rest of his career."
Whether the Lakers trade exception use Dallas in the trade later, at least for the Lakers think that could trade disgruntled player to move while saving nearly $ 18 million salary and luxury tax penalties, said a source. Another team source said the concern Odom would not be as important role this season under new coach Mike Brown as he was in Jackson when he was summoned to the triangle to activate the offense when he ground the second module .
Without these additional responsibilities, Odom is a very expensive substitute for holding a list.
Odom, 32, an average of 14.4 points, 8.7 rebounds and 3.0 assists per game last season while shooting a career 53 percent from the field. He contributed to two championship-winning teams and was named the league's Sixth Man of the Year last season. He has spent 11 of his 12 seasons in the NBA in Los Angeles (seven with the Lakers, Clippers four).
Calls to Odom and Schwartz made by ESPNLosAngeles.com not immediately returned.
Odom is a Laker teammates said they are not satisfied with the transaction.
"To be honest, I enjoy it," said Bryant. "It's hard to lose Lamar. Pau (Gasol) is still here and we are all grateful. It's hard when you have been through so many battles with players to see just go somewhere else. It's difficult."
Bryant and Derek Fisher led a chorus of confused anger of the Lakers, who have no idea what their plans front office just two weeks before the season opener. Los Angeles is believed to be working on a deal for Orlando center Dwight Howard, but the trade exception acquired from Dallas, only a small part of any deal.
"As a basketball player, but are confused about what its focus should be," said Fischer. "I am very frustrated and disappointed for (Odom and Gasol). If you select will be Lamar Laker for life."
Bryant said he hates seeing Odom left Los Angeles: "Especially for them we had to go back and get them back to difficult ... I think the lack Who did we get here I do not think. ..? Mark Cuban is protesting this trade . "
Odom said he was hurt by that are included in the sunken trading Paul to New Orleans. Los Angeles, Houston and New Orleans agreed to a deal Thursday that would Odom and Lakers forward Pau Gasol sent to the New Orleans Hornets guard for Paul. Gasol will then be sent to Houston for Luis Scola, Kevin Martin, Goran Dragic and 2012 first round pick.
NBA Commissioner David Stern nixed trade shortly thereafter and said he got in the best interest of the Hornets, currently controlled by the league to protect it while shopping for a new owner of the franchise.
As a result of the canceled transaction beaten by Odom of the Lakers first day of training camp on Friday. He noted, however, go to the practical possibility of face to face meeting with general manager Mitch Kupchak, in which he speaks his desire to be traded, depending on the source to have. Kupchak asked Odom to reconsider its position and said the 12-year veteran is considering its decision.
"You do not want to put no, I do not want," Odom to the Los Angeles Times on Thursday.
Odom refrained from practicing again on Saturday, instead of using practice time to undergo annual physical team. In an interview with Lakers management on Saturday, Odom agent, Jeff Schwartz, Odom confirmed their desire to be traded, the source said.
While Odom chose to stay away from the team, while trade is still in motion, Gasol continues to practice with the team during this time. Gasol was present at the team media day Sunday, and even filmed a TV promo for the Lakers' Christmas Day game against Chicago. He looked at the camera and said: "We are back" while wearing his Lakers jersey № 16.
Gasol practiced with the team Sunday after media day festivities.
"I do not think this person is not," said Gasol. "This is a business move, I think. The franchise is trying to do everything possible for the best interest of the franchise and the team. ... I'll just have to be professional. My desire is to stay here. I as part of this team this franchise, this city, the fans, everybody. It was during the last few days of uncertainty and insecurity. And perhaps it is not over.
"I'm just going to be as professional as I can do my job and just do what I like and play basketball and play with a team I love to play."
