Headlining the latest buzz on the NBA rumor mill is a touchy situation in Houston, where Rockets big man Omer Asik has requested a trade for the second time since the team acquired Dwight Howard.
Asik has seen his role diminish and has lost his starting job to Terrence Jones, per the Houston Chronicle's Jonathan Feigen.
In light of the most recent news, though, it seems Rockets general manager Darryl Morey may be willing to grant Asik's wishes this time around after ultimately not doing so the first time.
Also, Lamar Odom may be making his return to the NBA soon. Read on to find out more regarding these developments and more speculation about two teams that could pull off a trade in the future.
Rockets Talking to Multiple Teams About Omer Asik Trade
Brian Windhorst of ESPN.com reported Thursday that Asik's trade request was denied by the Rockets. That came after he asked to be moved in July, when Houston obviously refused.
Asik is no longer a starter, which is incredulous given the talent the seven-footer has. He is still developing at age 27 and avera ...
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NBA Rumors: Omer Asik Trade Buzz, Lamar Odom’s Potential Return and More
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