Could Greg Oden Be a Laker? Yeah that's a crazy headline isn't it? But a member within the trailblazers organization called a local Portland sports reporter to leak the story out, at this point both have remained nameless so who knows how serious this rumor is. They said they want Portland GM Kevin Pritchard to let the public know before they attach their name to this story. But anyway the member said Pritchard has considered offering up Greg Oden for Kobe Bryant. So this rumored deal would happen after the draft, the trailblazers would want to send Greg Oden, Zach Randolph, Martel Webster, and Dan Dickau to the Lakers for Kobe Bryant, Andrew Bynum, Maurice Evans and a future draft pick. Let me give you my view on this crazy scenario. First off, this rumor was floating around on a random trailblazer blog, so it's not like it has much credibility. Next if the Lakers were to trade Kobe I believe they would do the same thing they did to Shaq and that is send him away as far as possible, which would be an Eastern Conference team. Another thing is Greg Oden may be a young rare talented center with great potential, but he hasn't played one NBA minute yet and is unproven. You don't trade possibly the best basketball player in the world for an unproven player even if it is Greg Oden. Also Kobe has a no trade clause which means he can dictate where he will go and I highly doubt Portland is a choice of his, they were worse than the Lakers and they still have awhile before they're considered serious contenders. Also factor in the latest Kobe reports with this tape bad mouthing Andrew Bynum, it seems very unlikely that Kobe would accept a trade if he has to bring Bynum along with him. I also believe the trailblazers have a vision of their bright future with Greg Oden, Zach Randolph, Brandon Roy, Martel Webster, and Jarret Jack. With a solid bench of LeMarcus Aldridge, Darius Miles, Joel Przybilla, Travis Outlaw, and Serigo Rodriguez. They could be next seasons version of this seasons Toronto Raptors or Utah Jazz, a young team filled with talent that can make the playoffs and have great success. Overall I don't see this trade rumor happening, but the Lakers might be tempted to pull off a Kobe trade for Oden and build around him instead. After all the Lakers are no strangers to having great centers in the middle for them and having great success with Wilt, Kareem, and Shaq, could Greg Oden be next? Stay tuned to see if this crazy story develops further. For More On This Story, Click Here... NBA Future: Brandon Rush Full name is Brandon L. Rush... Born July 7, 1985... Undecided major... Brother, Kareem, was a two-time All-Big 12 First Team selection at Missouri in 2001 and 2002 and has played four seasons in the NBA... Brother, JaRon, played collegiately at UCLA... Was ranked No. 13 overall and No. 2 small forward, behind KU teammate Julian Wright, by Rivals.com... Brandon Rush pulled out of the NBA draft in summer of 2005 and joined the KU team in August... Twice named an all-star at the Reebok ABCD Camp and was the 2004 ABCD Camp most valuable player while playing for AAU KS Rocktown... Brandon Rush was a late addition to the USA Men's Junior National select team at the ninth annual Hoop Summit in Memphis, Tenn., following the 2004-05 season. NBA Future: DeMarcus Cousins DeMarcus Cousins is a big PF who averaged 26 pts, 15 rebounds, 10 assists, 70% FG and 80% FT per game as a freshman in high school last year. DeMarcus Cousins has developing post moves, is an excellent rebounder, and a solid athlete. DeMarcus Cousins' ability to overpower players gives him a very high ceiling. DeMarcus Cousins has a 7'3" wingspan and 9'0" standing reach. DeMarcus Cousins is very raw. DeMarcus Cousins needs to work on his footwork and decision making mostly. DeMarcus Cousins offense is coming along fine, but he needs to become more of a leader on defense. DeMarcus Cousins consistency is also a problem against top competition. Other Super Stars Sites Greg OdenOnline.com: Website devoted to Greg Oden and his future accomplishments. ReggieBushOnline.com: A well-proportioned, super-swift tailback for the unbeaten and top-ranked Southern California Trojans,Reggie Bush runs, catches, passes and returns kicks in a relentlessly successful and versatile manner. Reggie Bush does anything and everything on the football field, and he does it better than everyone else. You can also check out Reggie Bush Stats as well. CalvinHaynesOnline.com: Calvin Haynes (6-foot-2/185 pounds/Reseda, Calif./Taft HS) - Averaged 22.1 points, 5.9 rebounds and 3.4 assists as a junior, helping Taft to a 22-5 record (Greg Oden is named MVP after winning a 2004 TOC Tittle)

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