The NBA trade deadline is Feb. 21, and with Carlos Arroyo now appearing to be the odd-man out of the Magic's rotation, you have to believe GM Otis Smith is casting a net.
J.J. Redick wants out, and the Magic might be trying to package a deal with he and Arroyo, along with Pat Garrity's expiring $3.5 million contract.
They need a power forward, preferably a tough, defender such as Kurt Thomas of rebuilding Seattle.
Arroyo, a fan favorite, looks to be the most vulnerable. He is clearly the third point guard now that Keyon Dooling is healthy and backing up Jameer Nelson.
Arroyo also is in the final year of his contract, which makes it salary-cap friendly for teams.
Smith agrees if the Magic were to make a trade, acquiring a defensive player makes the most sense, but he still is thinking "big picture" over a fast fix.
The Magic also don't want to take on a longterm contract, what with the extensions of Dwight Howard and Jameer Nelson to kick in next season on the heels of Rashard Lewis' $118 million deal already on the books.
The Magic might not be able to consider dealing Keith Bogans at the cluttered two-guard spot. They haven't shown any faith in playing Redick, who would be Mo Evans' backup if Bogans leaves.
http://blogs.orlandosentinel.com/sports_magic/2008/02/are-arroyo-jj-o.html
i found this article and didnt want to start a thread just on this when its clearly a blog entry.
but here u can post ur trade ideas too till the deadline next week
