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08:12 AM ET 02.21 | The silly season isn't yet here, but it's coming. While we may not see many trades occur before the week of the March 15 deadline, discussions are taking place in front offices throughout the league. ... The Lakers' front office knows Kobe Bryant is looking for it to improve the roster, and GM Mitch Kupchak has been working the phones. He's spoken to Minnesota about Michael Beasley, and sources say the Lakers are intrigued by the Timberwolves' small forward. The Lakers were actually in discussions with Minnesota about a potential trade for Beasley before the season started. If they would have been able to pull off the deal for Chris Paul, there is a good chance that a trade for Beasley would have followed.

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February 21, 2012 08:31 AM ET

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Gasol for Beasley??? Makes no sense unless there is a point guard in the mix as well!

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February 21, 2012 08:35 AM ET

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MWP Barnes Arenas Beasley what else
How about Rodman and Iverson also

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February 21, 2012 08:58 AM ET

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I'd Take him anyday.... COMING OFF THE BENCH!!! LOL!! Nah but he'd be that energy player that can score you some fast buckets... and to think he was drafted 2nd back in 08....

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February 21, 2012 09:24 AM ET

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As long as they aren't giving up Gasol or Bynum to get him, that's fine.

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February 21, 2012 09:47 AM ET

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Originally posted 08:31 AM ET 02.21 by crimson_colored_glasses

Gasol for Beasley??? Makes no sense unless there is a point guard in the mix as well!

Minny is the land of the point guards so they should be able to swing one La's way.

Beasley in LA? oh no! another Miami incident if he gets around the whole Hollywood scene.