re: Blockbuster 4-team trade to send Dwight Howard to Lakers in the works

I think it's much better. Lopez hasn't proved he's worth that contract and you're on the hook for Humphries bloated deal too. Afflalo isn't exciting but he's a legitimate piece signed to a fair deal. Gasol would help fill the owners desire for the Magic to still have a shot at the playoffs. If not, he could probably get the Magic a good return at the deadline.

Sixers would make out of this deal too well. If it happens, I could see them sending something else (picks/Thad Young?) to the Magic or Lakers.