According to multiple rumors, the Charlotte Bobcats and the New Orleans Hornets are discussing a deal that would swap centers Emeka Okafor and Tyson Chandler. While the deal isn’t done yet, sources indicate that the two teams have been talking for at least a few days about such a move.
For fantasy basketball purposes, this would be very good news for Emeka Okafor. While he seems to have hit a production ceiling with the Bobcats, he could become a much more efficient player if put next to Chris Paul. As we’ve seen with Chandler, Paul is very good at setting up …read more

After leading the New Orleans Hornets to a game seven against the defending NBA champion San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Semi-Finals, Byron Scott is going to be rewarded with a new contract extension. While he hasn’t officially signed the extension yet, that appears to be just a formality at this point.
Scott, who was named the 2007-08 NBA Coach of the Year, did a wonderful job with the Hornets. He gave Chris Paul room to grow and do whatever he wanted offensively. Paul responded by finishing second in the MVP voting behind Kobe Bryant. Other …read more

WESTERN CONFERENCE
Los Angeles Lakers – 3
Utah Jazz – 2
Outlook: The Lakers beat the Jazz in the pivotal Game 5. Kobe Bryant’s injury seems to be limiting a bit so the Jazz aren’t done yet.
New Orleans Hornets – 3
San Antonio Spurs – 2
Outlook: The Hornets won Game 5 at home. Tyson Chandler and David West suffered injuries but they should be fine going forward.
EASTERN CONFERENCE
Boston Celtics – 3
Cleveland Cavaliers – 2
Outlook: The Celtics got down early in Game 5 but then fought back and got the win. LeBron James will try to lead the Celtics to a Game …read more

Tyson Chandler of the New Orleans Hornets left Game 5 in the fourth quarter and didn’t return. The Hornets had a big lead on the San Antonio Spurs and didn’t need the services of their up-and-coming center. Reports indicate that if needed, Chandler should have been able to return.
Chandler is dealing with a mildly sprained toe but will be able to play in Game 6. The Hornets, who lead the defending champion Spurs 3-2 in their best out of seven series, will look to eliminate the Spurs in San Antonio on Thursday. The Spurs, on the …read more

With the news that Dennis Rodman was arrested once again, now is as good a time as any to look at who the best rebounders were in the 2007-08 season. While none of them rebounded at a Dennis Rodman rate, they weren’t shabby in their own right.

1. Dwight Howard, Orlando Magic
With an average of 14.2 rebounds per game, Dwight Howard was far and away the best rebounder in the NBA. At 22, Howard’s rebounding numbers should continue to rise over the next few years.
2. Marcus Camby, Denver Nuggets
Not only does Marcus Camby block shots, he’s an elite rebounder. …read more