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Why Hedo Turkoglu's switcheroo could hurt the Lakers, or at least make fans nervous

Posted from Lakers Blog 259 days ago
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I'm sure a few people thought about this reading the news that Hedo Turkoglu, reportedly set to sign with the TrailBlazers, has yanked the rug out and will instead head to Canada and the Raptors, but it could have a negative effect on the Lakers. Losing Turkoglu once again leaves Portland about $9 mil under the cap, and looking to spend. One potential target? Lamar Odom, who would be attractive to them for many of the same reasons as Hedo. Odom is a versatile forward who operates well in the pick and roll, and could help relieve Brandon Roy from... (original story)

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