Hooped Up

A couple weeks ago, Peter Vecsey reported that the Lakers had offered a couple first-round draft picks and several expiring contracts for Jason Kidd. Chris Mihm, Aaron McKie, etc., and Jordan Farmar were mentioned.

Talks stopped briefly, but the Nets are considering the deal, according to the source.

The Cavaliers, also on the market for a point guard, reportedly called the Nets

“I don’t look for that to happen,” said someone in the know. “Given the choice between playing in Cleveland with LeBron or in Los Angeles with Kobe, I suspect we know which way Kidd would lean. You definitely don’t want an unhappy impact player.” expressing their fondness for Kidd.

New York Post