Sign-and-Trade Possible for West?
The Hornets also are open to the idea of sending out free-agent power forward David West in a sign-and-trade, possibly as part of a trade package for (Chris) Paul, sources said. It was New Orleans’ interest in (DeAndre) Jordan that prompted the Clippers to step forward Tuesday with a reported five-year, $40 million offer for their restricted free agent — though a person close to Jordan said he is intent on remaining in L.A.


