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**Sliccat** · 02-18-2008, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by RoddneyThaRippa

Artest doesn't provide much shooting and would possibly make us worse in that area, but he does bring defense, toughness, and IQ (as long as his shot selection improves). I'd rather we do this than the Randolph trade, but I'm not sure it's a great idea anyway. The front office is getting shakier in my mind, considering that we have the same problems season after season yet they never get properly addressed.

Well, I'd prefer if they could do this, and then trade JR for Redick and a 2nd rounder.

**Sliccat** · 02-18-2008, 03:55 PM

Another thing to remember is how ineffective Kleiza was last year in the playoffs. It's not like they'd really be losing to much shooting when it matters. And with his 14ppg this month going to artest, there are no real concerns over not getting enough shots.

**Peja Vu** · 02-20-2008, 01:24 AM

Kleiza still key in Artest talks

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But as Petrie has shown through his dealings with Denver pertaining to Artest, that does not appear to be the case. Several league sources reiterated that the Nuggets had offered the expiring contract of forward Eduardo Najera and a first-round draft pick for Artest. The holdup, though, remained third-year small forward Linas Kleiza, a player who could certainly help the Kings in the present tense and without whom Petrie is not expected to do the deal.

Activity is expected to heat up today, with Denver perhaps joined by other teams desperate to make a move. Denver played its final game before the deadline Tuesday, downing Boston 124-118 at the Pepsi Center, handing the Celtics their first loss against a Western Conference team. Boston is 16-1 against the West.

Kleiza, who comes off the bench, only continued to show his worth by scoring 11 points on 4-of-5 shooting with four rebounds in 18 minutes.

**darth-horax** · 02-20-2008, 06:40 AM

Would Sacramento bite without Kleiza? I mean, according to the Denver Post, the Nuggs have NOT contacted Ron Ron's management yet.

However, that doesn't mean the two teams have not talked about this.

It sounds like Denver is trying to get Ron Artest on the cheap, which would be nice. If Kleiza HAS to be involved, I think Sacramento will miss out on trading the Rottweiler. I don't think that Denver will give up such a young up-and-comer for a one year rental.

If Ron does a sign-an-extension-and-then-trade to Denver, I think that Kleiza could go.

I don't want him to, but I can understand it if it happens.

**thaKEAF** · 02-20-2008, 06:47 AM

This has to be the most interesting lead up to a trade deadline that I can remember.

**Sliccat** · 02-20-2008, 10:29 AM

If you're getting Artest, why would you want to keep kleiza? He'd just rot on the bench, especially when/if Nene gets back.

**darth-horax** · 02-20-2008, 10:41 AM

Cause Ron most likely will opt out after this season.

**Peja Vu** · 02-20-2008, 01:16 PM

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12:22 p.m.
The Spurs may be nearing a deal for Artest, although it's also believed Denver may finally be willing to give up Linas Kleiza. Of course, my flight from Portland to Sacramento is at this very moment, so we'll see where things stand when I land.

http://www.sacbee.com/static/weblogs...es/010679.html

**Dissonance19** · 02-20-2008, 01:18 PM

Seriously, someone needs to keep Artest away from the Spurs. I don't care who it is either. Can't let that happen.

**Sliccat** · 02-20-2008, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Dissonance19

Seriously, someone needs to keep Artest away from the Spurs. I don't care who it is either. Can't let that happen.

I'm with you 100%

**thaKEAF** · 02-20-2008, 01:27 PM

If he goes to the Spurs it's a wrap. The Nuggets gotta bring him in..

**Peja Vu** · 02-20-2008, 02:42 PM

Hoopsworld update:

http://www.hoopsworld.com/Story.asp?story_id=7502

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The Denver Nuggets remain engaged in trade negotiations with the Sacramento Kings. As of Wednesday morning, the Nuggets had been reluctant to part with Linas Kleiza. However, according to a league source, the Nuggets are now "strongly considering" giving up Kleiza in a deal for Artest.
The source indicated that the San Antonio Spurs have now entered the bidding offering a package of Francisco Elson, Brent Barry and multiple draft picks. The Spurs late interest may have encouraged Denver to consider upping the ante in their pursuit of Artest.

Despite Denver's ongoing interest in Artest, Memphis' Mike Miller has been Denver's number one target from the start. However, one source stated that Miller has "been pulled off the table." The Nuggets made an effort to get him, but it appears they are going to come up short in their pursuit.

If Miller is indeed off the table as league sources have indicated, Artest is the last big name in play for the Nuggets. The argument being made by members of Denver's front office is that Artest is a great player, and if the Nuggets can get a great player by giving up complementary pieces, it's a move they have to get done if they can. It's not that people in Denver don't think highly of Kleiza, but at the end of the day he's currently a backup small forward. The thinking is that if Denver has to give up a couple of reserves and a draft pick to get a player of Artest's caliber, it's a deal they have to make every effort to complete.

As of this moment, no deal is imminent. And in addition to the Spurs, the Houston Rockets are also believed to be looking into the possibility of acquiring Artest. However, the Nuggets appear to be putting on one last full-court press in an effort to win the Artest sweepstakes.

aboveallodds24 · 02-20-2008, 02:51 PM

I am against it 100%... Think of the headcases we would have in the locker room... Artest, JR Smith, K-mart. Not to mention the egos of melo(who has gotten better) and AI... A hot headed coach in Karl and we would be giving up 2 of our 3 BEST LOCKER ROOM PEOPLE in LK and Eddie... Hate the deal and await a practice court brawl between the 3 hot heads with Karl throwing fuel on the fire. do not like it! not worth the headache... especially if artest bolts after one year and LK continues to develop at the current rate.

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