NBA Rumor Wire: Leandro Barbosa on the Block, Allen Iverson to Opt Out?

While many teams have already started their offseason, the Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics are just starting theirs.

Nevertheless, much action is coming from not only them, but every team in the league. Let's dive into the latest rumors from the NBA.

Phoenix Suns

Both Leandro Barbosa and Boris Diaw are on the trading block.

The Suns are looking to move up in the first round and might be forced to trade either Barbosa or Diaw. Phoenix may also consider trading both players for even more in return.

Most talk regarding Barbosa has been with Portland. It is most likely that Portland would offer their 13th pick, Martell Webster, and another player for Barbosa. New York has also expressed interest in Barbosa.

Toronto has inquired about the possibility of trading for Diaw. It is predicted that they will offer T.J. Ford and the 17th pick for Diaw. The talks have died down, but rumor has it that Terry Porter may somehow enter the deal.

Denver Nuggets

Allen Iverson made public his decision to stay in Denver today. There was heated debate among Nugget fans as to whether or not he would opt out.

Star teammate Carmelo Anthony, who has been the subject of many trade rumors recently, wants everyone to know that he probably won't be leaving Denver.

He said through his agent that while he doesn't expect to be traded, he also doesn't expect the team to publicly announce that.

Indiana Pacers

President Larry Bird is very impressed with the depth of this year's draft, and he is actively pursuing a trade that would land him a second first-round pick.

The focus of any potential trade would be, according to Bird, big men and point guards.

Nothing is public information yet, but Bird says that "some things are in the works."

Los Angeles Lakers

Both Sasha Vujacic and Ronny Turiaf want to remain Lakers, but they do not feel obligated to stay unless the price is right.

Both players' futures will be discussed at length during the summer.

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