Not long ago they went to the NBA Finals two consecutive years with a perimeter game that contained the best trio in the game. The reason why they never won a championship is that they never had an interior presence to compete with other teams.
The years have not treated Vince Carter well. He has suffered from injuries and endured several surguries. Now the once prolific offensive force that once was known as Vin-sanity is now contained to a perimeter game shooting three pointers and turn around jumpers.
Kidd is getting older but still has atleast a couple more years until his legs slow down. Jason is a true point guard who lives for the pass and facilitating the offense. But he has few options with only one true finisher around the basket(Richard Jefferson who is having a breakout year). This is undoubtedly frustrating for Kidd and he has suggested to management for a trade. Imagine Steve Nash without anyone to pass to. With no Shawn Marion, Amare Stoudemire, and supporting cast of shooters. This is the situation Jason Kidd is stuck with for now atleast.
The Lakers were interested in a trade for Kidd but the deal never materialized since Lakers wisely refused to include Bynum in a deal. Should the Lakers consider new negotiations for Kidd. Not if it includes Bynum. He is starting to show this year that he is capable of dominating the post like people have anticipated. With out Bynum or Odom in a deal the Lakers do not have anything the Nets would be interested in.
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