Report: Rockets and 76ers in 'fluid trade talks' involving Jeremy Lin
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The Houston Rockets are making sure they have the pieces in place to clear out salary should they sign either LeBron James or Carmelo Anthony.
Hearing that Rockets & Sixers are in fluid trade talks surrounding Jeremy Lin. HOU waiting to unload Lin's deal if it signs Melo or Lebron.
— Jake Fischer (@JakeLFischer) July 2, 2014
Lin is owed $8.37 million next season in the final year of the three-year, $25.1 million deal that he signed with the Rockets in 2012.
In 71 games last season, the 25-year-old averaged 12.5 points, 4.1 assists and 2.6 rebounds
While likely unintentional, the Rockets offered a slap in the face to Lin on Wednesday in their attempt to lure Anthony, leaving Lin's number on Anthony's jersey.
The Rockets welcomed Carmelo Anthony with a Photoshopped image. One problem: that's Jeremy Lin's number. pic.twitter.com/4ia7EQl0yM
— NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) July 2, 2014
For his part, Lin feels disrespected by the Rockets' handling of the situation. Perhaps he sees the writing, or in this case, the banner on the wall?