If Leon Powe is able to make it back from a torn left ACL and damaged meniscus, he's looking to play for a title contender.
The unrestricted free agent is interested in playing for the Cavaliers and Magic, with Cleveland reportedly first on his list. The Mavericks and Lakers have also inquired about the forward's services.
The most optimistic scenario for Powe would be a return to the court in February
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Less than a week after C.J. Watson expressed interest in joining the Magic, it seems that the team is no longer the front-runner to acquire the point guard.
In a text message to RealGM's Alex Kennedy, Watson indicated that there is no longer a favorite for his services and that he could end up anywhere.
"Whichever team best fits me and will give me a chance to play is where me and my agents have to decide," added Watson.
The Magic, who just signed forward Matt Barnes, do not have the money to extend a significant offer sheet to Watson. Golden State would match any offer within Orlando's spending limit, according to sources.
While sign-and-trade talks are ongoing, if a deal cannot be worked out then Watson must turn to his attention to other teams.
Philadelphia and New York are among several teams that have shown interest and returning to Golden State remains an option.
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After rejecting a one million, $2.3 million offer sheet from the Philadelphia 76ers earlier this offseason, C.J. Watson is keeping his options open and could still sign with the team.
On Thursday, the Philadelphia Daily News reported that the 76ers are "considering taking a fresh look" at the third-year point guard.
Watson wouldn't rule out the possibility of joining Philadelphia when asked Thursday.
"I'm interested in playing for anyone," he told RealGM's Alex Kennedy. "I just want to play basketball and win, that's all."
Watson, who has expressed interest in joining the Orlando Magic, is weighing other options in case the acquisition of Matt Barnes prevents him from joining the team.
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Magic Jul 2009 Archive
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RealGM Staff Report | Jul 23, 2009
The Orlando Magic have signed free agent forward Matt Barnes, General Manager Otis Smith announced today.
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Philadelphia Daily News | Jul 22, 2009
The Sixers join Orlando in their interest in C.J. Watson.
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Contra Costa Times | Jul 21, 2009
C.J. Watson is close to signing an offer sheet with the Magic, according to a source close to negotiations.
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Orlando Sentinel | Jul 21, 2009
Agent Aaron Goodwin confirmed to the Orlando Sentinel early Tuesday that the Magic and Matt Barnes have agreed on a two-year deal.
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ESPN | Jul 21, 2009
The Orlando Magic are close to reaching a deal with free agent forward Matt Barnes which will put him in blue for the next two years.
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Fan House | Jul 18, 2009
The Magic are close to signing free-agent guard C.J. Watson to an offer sheet, according to NBA sources.
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NBA.com | Jul 14, 2009
Marcin Gortat was looking forward to playing for the Mavericks, according to his agent.
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NBA.com | Jul 14, 2009
Otis Smith talked about the Magic's decision to retain Marcin Gortat.
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Press Release | Jul 13, 2009
The Orlando Magic will retain restricted free-agent center Marcin Gortat.
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Orlando Sentinel | Jul 11, 2009
The Magic signed free-agent power forward Brandon Bass on Friday, a move that could allow Rashard Lewis to further excel.
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AP | Jul 10, 2009
The Grizzlies on Friday waived Jerry Stackhouse, just one day after acquiring him in a trade.
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Alex Kennedy/RealGM | Jul 10, 2009
Brandon Bass has signed with the Orlando Magic, sources told RealGM.
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Orlando Sentinel | Jul 9, 2009
Otis Smith addressed his plans with Marcin Gortat, who signed an offer sheet from the Dallas Mavericks for a deal worth $34 million over five years.
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Press Release | Jul 9, 2009
Hedo Turkoglu is on his way to Toronto, with Shawn Marion going to Dallas in a four-way trade.
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ESPN | Jul 9, 2009
Shawn Marion is finally going to Dallas in a complicated four-way trade.
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Dallas Morning News | Jul 8, 2009
The Magic aren't expected to match the offer Marcin Gortat received from the Mavericks, but they plan to take the full week to officially make their decision.
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Alex Kennedy/RealGM | Jul 8, 2009
With Rasheed Wallace committing to the Boston Celtics last week, teams have turned their attention to the services of Brandon Bass.
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Orlando Sentinel | Jul 7, 2009
Magic general manager Otis Smith doesn't feel pressure to re-sign Marcin Gortat.
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Jarrod Rudolph/RealGM | Jul 6, 2009
Magic general manager Otis Smith said in an interview on Monday that he doesn't feel funny tweaking his roster just weeks after a trip to the NBA Finals.
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Boston Globe | Jul 6, 2009
After meeting with the Celtics last week, Rasheed Wallace canceled meetings with the Magic and Spurs.
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Orlando Sentinel | Jul 5, 2009
Magic general manager Otis Smith says that he will not take part in a sign-and-trade with the Raptors for forward Hedo Turkoglu.
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Orlando Sentinel | Jul 5, 2009
Vince Carter would like to see the Magic sign free agent forward Rasheed Wallace.
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New York Post | Jul 4, 2009
With Hedo Turkoglu expected to sign with the Raptors, the Magic could make a serious play for Nate Robinson.
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Orlando Sentinel | Jul 3, 2009
The Magic have contacted free-agent forward Rasheed Wallace's agent.
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Alex Kennedy/RealGM | Jul 2, 2009
Orlando has expressed interest in Brandon Bass, which could acquire him via a sign-and-trade.
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Orlando Sentinel | Jul 1, 2009
The Magic have expressed interest in signing free agent Brandon Bass, who played for Dallas in each of the past two seasons.
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Chicago Sun-Times | Jul 1, 2009
Hedo Turkoglu is now the first choice of Joe Dumars, according to a source.