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06:26 AM ET 07.25 | These are uncertain times for the entire NBA, especially Hornets' point guard Chris Paul, who was involved in the negotiations before the lockout and realizes how far the sides are apart. In reality, the players have been prepared for this work stoppage for at least three years. Paul is in an interesting position because he can opt out of his contract after next season and perhaps join two fellow All-Stars on one of those superteams that small-market owners are trying to eliminate. Paul would not commit long term to the Hornets, and that situation could become more troublesome if David West leaves via free agency. As one of the league's premier players, Paul is trying to exhibit leadership in these turbulent times, and set aside his personal issues.

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July 25, 2011 08:00 AM ET

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Go to Turkey like all the other Turkeys have been talking about....

K.I.G.

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July 25, 2011 09:10 AM ET

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Come to LA, Bro.

I Love LA

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July 25, 2011 09:31 AM ET

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Originally posted 08:36 AM ET 07.25 by jgb

How can the situation be ' more troublesome"?He is GONE.....he's been gone for a year already. There is NOTHING that NO can do to keep him there

When it's all said and done a wedding toast will come true.

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July 25, 2011 10:28 AM ET

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Originally posted 09:31 AM ET 07.25 by Lostwill

When it's all said and done a wedding toast will come true.

You hate on lebron (rightfully so) for how that gang assembled behind closed doors yet you'd welcome the same scenario in NY? Don't be a hypocrite lost

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July 25, 2011 12:01 PM ET

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He like Howard is as good as gone...

Does anybody believe CP3 and Howard will stay in their current franchises?

Wait, I know one guy! LMAO

Gugy

La Jolla, CA

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July 25, 2011 12:14 PM ET

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Originally posted 12:01 PM ET 07.25 by Gugy

Does anybody believe CP3 and Howard will stay in their current franchises?Wait, I know one guy! LMAO

LOL. yep. they are headed to where the moneys at..