JOSH HOWARD FOR ARTEST

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The Kings could have a potential trade partner for the services of Ron Artest if recent comments by new Dallas coach Rick Carlisle are any indication. The Sacramento Bee reports that not only would Carlisle welcome the chance to coach Artest again, but the Kings could have interest in Mavs small forward Josh Howard under the right circumstances. "(Artest) is one of the real difference-makers that we have in this league," Carlisle said. "He's had one all-star year; that's when he played for me. I've had a chance to reconnect with Ronnie a couple times over the last couple of years. I love him and I love his family, so yeah. This guy was one of the most physical, intimidating players that I've ever seen at the small forward position, so he'd be a player that any team would want to have."

I know I have said many great things about Ron Artest, but I actually really like this trade. We get a little younger and a real go to guy with all star potential. What do you guys think about this?

Cutlerfan -  I live in Dallas and have been here since 2001 so I have be able to see Josh Howard play on numerous occasions. I would say that this would be a bad deal for the Kings, we dont want to get rid or one head ache to gain a bigger one in a Pot head. I think Artest knows that the Kings are going up and after the last 2 seaons in Dallas they are on their way downward. He wants to be on a playoff team and the this up coming season it may be the Kings and the Mavs fighting for that 8th spot or even that 7th spot. Josh Howard is no where to be found the last 2 years in the playoffs, yes he has great talent but after all that has happened to him and all the mess he put himself in. I would say NO to the trade, but we will see what happens.

Let me know if you think different?

Better future, If he play with the right coach, He could be one of best player.