Every week or so, I come across a random quote which asserts (to me) Ron Artest really doesn't want to get traded. Here's the latest one:
"I want me to come back more than anyone - except coach (Theus) and Kevin Martin," Artest said. "Kev likes playing with me."
If we didn't know Ron-Ron better, it'd sound like lobbying, right? The Franchise Player loves me! Coach loves me! Everyone loves me! Please don't trade me...
There are varying opinions around here as to Artest's value out there; one thing we should be able to agree on: The suitors pool is one less as Miami is on the verge of giving up.