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Down to the wire: Rangers acquire Dempster from Cubs at deadline

The Rangers acquired right-handed starter Ryan Dempster from the Chicago Cubs in exchange for two Minor League prospects minutes before today's non-waiver Trade Deadline.

Dempster, 35, has gone 5-5 with a 2.25 ERA in 16 games/starts for the Cubs this season. His 1.038 WHIP this season ranks 6th in the majors and 3rd in the National League.

This is the second deal with the Cubs today, after the Rangers acquired backup catcher Geovany Soto from Chicago this morning.

The Rangers will hold a press conference to discuss today's transactions at 4 p.m. CT. Watch it live on texasrangers.com.

5 Reasons why Dwight Howard should be a Laker

It is tradition - Throughout NBA history the biggest of the BIG MEN have made their way to Los Angeles to wear purple and gold. Mikan, Jabar, O'neal, and Chamberlain seem to come to mind.
He already lives in LA - Dwight Howard spends his off-season cruising, eating, and living it up in LA. That is going to be impossible if this deal does not get done.
NBA Titles - No doubt he has a better chance with the Lakers to get a few titles than with Brooklyn, Houston, and Orlando. It is a Laker tradition.
Steve Nash & Kobe Bryant - Howard will finally be around veteran guys that can absorb some of the spotlight. Their leadership would help him fully develop into a global star.
Heir to the Throne - Kobe plans to retire in two years. By that time, Dwight's star power should be in another galaxy. Perfect timing to be the next all-time great "Laker" in the franchise's rich history.

Trade Talk Rumors About Howard Going To Rockets.

There has been a lot of trade talk concerning the Orlando Magic star Dwight Howard. The Houston Rockets are the latest suitor trying to close in on getting Howard. Originally Howard was wanting to be traded to the Brooklyn Nets, but unfortunately with the re-signing of Deron Williams, and the landing of former Atlanta Hawks star Joe Johnson, the Nets didn't have enough money to bring Howard into the mix.
Houston has reconstructed a trade that would work for both squads. With the Magic having to reconstruct their whole team, the Rockets will possibly be bringing in four other Magic players as well. The Rockets have already released Luis Scola to clear more cap space so the trade can happen.

   The trade involves the Rockets having to take over the contracts for Glen Davis, Jason Richardson, Chris DuhonOn, and possibly Hedo Turkoglu from the Magic, to obtain Dwight Howard. In return the Magic will be acquiring Kevin Martin, Patrick Patterson, Marcus Morris and Chandler Parsons, from the Rockets as well as their first-round pick that they got from the Toronto Raptors in a previous trade. In order for all this to happen, the Magic have to decide if it's worth going through with this blockbuster trade and rebuild their team.



Do you think the Orlando Magic should go through with this trade and rebuild their whole starting 5? Do you think they should look for other offers before they decide on going all the way with this deal?

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STEVE NASH IS A LA LAKER; 3 YEARS $25 MILLION

Words are only words...right. After Steve Nash gave a radio interview saying that he was "old school" and thought it would be to hard to wear a Lakers jersey, he will now join the team next season.

Nash, a two-time NBA MVP, will replace Ramon Sessions who opted out of his final year to pursue free agency. This will definitely help the Lakers stay title contenders in the Western Conference.

Nash turned down a lucrative deal from his home country Toronto Raptors of $36 million for the same 3 years. Lakers acquire Nash through sign and trade with Phoenix using a trade exception from Lamar Odom's deal.

Nash was also being pursued by his old team the Dallas Mavericks, NY Knicks, and Miami Heat also.

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DERON WILLIAMS WILL MEET WITH DALLAS MONDAY, NETS ON TUESDAY, DECISION ON WEDNESDAY, OLYMPIC CAMP ON THURSDAY

Deron Williams is about to have the biggest week of his career. The Mavericks, who have put all the eggs in one basket, get the first try to sign D-Will.

Representing the Mavs will be Rick Carlisle, Donnie Nelson, and Michael Finley. Dirk and Mark Cuban are both out-of-town. This process started over a week ago with Jason Kidd golfing with Deron in the Hamptons.

The Nets best chance may be to make the trade for Dwight Howard before Deron arrives on Tuesday.

MAVERICKS TRADE 17th PICK FOR THREE SOLID PLAYERS

Immediately after drafting Tyler Zeller with the 17th pick, the Mavs looking to retool traded him to Cleveland for the 24th, 33rd, and 34th picks. Mavs take advantage and grab three players that can really help a depleted roster; Jared Cunningham, Bernard James, and Jae Crowder. Cunningham is a good raw talent at the 2. James, a 27-year old Iraq war veteran center, drew the Newark fans admiration with "U.S.A" chants. A first for a Maverick draft pick. Crowder is big power forward at 6' 6'' 241 pounds with a high octane motor. Watching Crowder play at Marquette, he could be the energy guy off the bench to bring the enthusiam similar to Jet Terry.

The also selected Darius Johnson-Odom

Macs biggest impact will still be made in the free agent market. Question is: Are they trying to bring in players to match with Deron Williams or are they trying to package player to get Sworn here? Stay tuned...

More on the players:

Cunningham (6-4, 194) from Oregon State. Named First Team All-Pac 12 as a junior when he averaged 17.9 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 2.5 steals per game.

James (6-10, 240) from Florida State. Six years in Air Force including three tours in Iraq. ACC All-Defense team.

Crowder (6-6, 235) from Marquette. NJCAA Player of the Year when at Howard College. Big Eats Player of the Year averaging 17.5 points, 8.4 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 2.5 steals per game in senior season.

Tim Tebow traded; Now a NY JET

This is going to be a problem in the Jet locker room.

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Jason Terry feels a Mavs deal for Dwight Howard is too good to pass up

"Next day and a half is going to say a lot" commented Jet after a Mavs win last night. "Say we win it this year. Your not going to bring eight guys back....same position as now".

The position the Mavs are in all rides on free agency in the upcoming offseason. Mark Cuban as not offered any players, including Jet Terry, a contract extension.

"Until Dwight makes a decision everybody is going to think that....I keep watching the ticker seeing the Mavericks still have a chance to get him. Why would you pass up that opportunity?"

Mavericks try to quiet trade rumors

With the March 15th deadline rapidly approaching, smoke usually means fire with trade rumors. None bigger than the biggest trade available with Dwight Howard and Deron Williams.

The buzz at the AAC last night centered around the missing Roddy Beaubois and Lamar Odom. Both were officially listed out for family reasons. The Mavericks have been actively shopping Roddy to see what the potential of a quick guard can get on the open market. Anyone bringing Roddy to their team would be looking primarily at potential only, since head coach Rick Carlisle barely gives him minutes. Rumors began to circulate through the halls of the sold out arena.

Questions regarding our information were repeatedly denied by Mavericks personnel, but what else is expected. All teams are playing it close to the vest during All-star weekend which ironically takes place in the house that Dwight built in Orlando.

The more shocking development was a tweet from reality TV star, and wife of Lamar Odom, Khloe Kardashian that she was battling a stomach ailment. Could that be reason enough to miss the last game before a long break against your former team that traded you for essentially nothing? If so, a trade may be a welcomed reality.

Sources: Roddy B and Lamar Odom trade in the works

Sources have told us that a Maverick trade is in the works that includes PG Roddy Beaubois and recently aquired point-forward Lamar Odom. The Mavericks have not confirmed such a trade is taking place.

Speculation regarding a trade has been fueled by rumors of the Mavs shopping Roddy and the absence of Lamar Odom for tonight's game against his former team the Lakers

Chris-Paul-goes-to-the-Clippers; The-Audacity-of-the-NBA

Wow. So Chris Paul can go to LA as long as he does not become a Laker? Something smells...

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Would Phil Jackson come back to coach Lakers with Howard, Paul and Bryant?

Phil Jackson has accomplished enough to retire forever from the game of basketball. But, doesn't the idea of having Dwight Howard and Chris Paul change his mind? Phil has had the luxury of coaching the best players in the NBA during their peak. From Michael and Scottie, to Kobe and Shaq, and even Kobe and Gasol have all been champions with Phil. You have to imagine that the idea of another pairing of Chris Paul and Dwight Howard and Kobe Bryant could arguably be the most talented team Phil could coach.

If you are the Lakers organization then you have to be on board with Jackson returning. Gutting the team for Paul and Howard is an all in move. If your going all in then go with a proven coach, not Mike Brown. Phil could only coach the home games and the playoffs if health is an issue. Phil ultimately will have the final decision. If he wants to come back nothing could really stop him. Is Dr. Buss really going to tell Phil Jackson and Laker Nation that Mike Brown is better?

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Bengals-working-on-Carson-Palmer-trade-to-the -Oakland-Raiders

Since Jason Campbell will miss significant time due to a broken collarbone, the Raiders have been active looking for a QB. They have talked to Denver about Kyle Orton. They have even contacted the agent for David Garrard only to find out he will be having surgery soon. Carson Palmer would be anyone's first choice and now the Bengals have finally decided that he is worth the Raiders offer of 1st round picks.

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Cavs	Kyrie Irving	PG
Wolves	Derrick Williams	PF
Jazz	Enes Kanter	C
Cavs	Tristan Thompson	PF
Raptors	Jonas Valanciunas	C
Wizards	Jan Vesely	SF
Kings	Bismack Biyombo*	PF
Pistons	Brandon Knight	PG
Bobcats	Kemba Walker	PG
Bucks	Jimmer Fredette*	PG
Warriors	Klay Thompson	SG
Jazz	Alec Burks	SG
Suns	Markieff Morris	PF
Rockets	Marcus Morris	PF
* Later swapped teams as part of trade DRAFT SUMMARY LINK

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