Just when the ongoing soap opera that is the Los Angeles Lakers seemed to be quieting down, a new wrinkle has emerged. Longtime Lakers owner Jerry Buss, during his annual training camp interviews, revealed that he will continue to entertain all reasonable trade offers for disgruntled Kobe Bryant. This news comes as Kobe has been quiet as of late and reacquainting himself with his teammates and getting ready for the season. Buss did however stress that it would take quite a bit for him to even consider parting with Kobe. He also said that he hopes that a successful Lakers season will go a long way towards smoothing the situation over to the point where a trade would not even happen. Kobe, for his part, issued a statement basically amounting to no comment. Considering that Kobe has an opt out in his contract in 2 years and coach Phil Jackson is in the final year of his contract, this upcoming Lakers season figures to be a pivotal one in the history of this storied franchise. The Lakers tipoff their season at Staples Center on 10/30 against Yao Ming, Tracy McGrady and the Houston Rockets. Need Lakers tickets for opening night or any game this season? Check www.ticketrequest.com/sports.html
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