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Cavs Still Talking Iguodala With Sixers

The Cavs and Sixers have been in trade talks about Andre Iguodala, according to sources. The talks remain open and it is still possible the Cavs could trade for him, contrary to other reports at the end of the last week.

Trade discussions are still in the preliminary stage.

Via Plain Dealer


Tragedy In Haiti Won't Be Deterrent In Dalembert Trade

Philadelphia general manager Ed Stefanski says that the tragedy in Haiti won't be a deterrent in dealing center Samuel Dalembert.

"I don't see that playing into it. Sam's a great person as we all know, and he has been terrific with the situation in Haiti ... he couldn't be a better guy," Stefanski said.

"But if a trade came around and Sam was involved in it, it wouldn't be a factor. I don't see Sam having any issue with that, either."

Via The Reporter


Sixers Have No 'Untouchables'

Philadelphia general manager Ed Stefanski refused to discuss specific trade rumors on Thursday, but he did reveal that no one on the team's roster should be considered off limits.

"I won't talk about trades or rumors," Stefanski said. "I will say that we're very active in talking to teams throughout the league, and we're listening to any option to improve the basketball team. When I was in Jersey, and here, I don't think there are untouchables.

"Anyone can get traded in this league, and we've seen it over and over. But we don't trade a player unless we get value back, basketball-wise."

76ers swingman Andre Iguodala has been mentioned in trade rumors, mainly in a possible deal with the Rockets that would bring Tracy McGrady to Philadelphia.

In addition, reports have indicated that the Cavaliers and 76ers are discussing Iguodala as well.

"You get asked about it by family and friends," he said.

" 'What's going on?' 'What can happen?' There are a lot of different scenarios that can come up, and 95 percent of them are just rumors. I think the most important thing is, wherever you are at that moment in time, you'd better give 100 percent of your time and focus on the job you have."

Via Philadelphia Inquirer


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