Orlando Magic starting small forward Matt Barnes' first preference as a free agent would be to try to win a title without needing to pack for another move. But if he doesn't re-sign with the Magic, Barnes said Monday that he believes there are options for him — with other contenders. Before signing with the Magic last summer, Barnes said the Los Angeles Lakers, Dallas Mavericks and San Antonio Spurs were among the heavyweights who showed interest and he feels he's still on their lists. "I'm out in L.A. and I've heard that the Lakers are definitely interested. But who knows?" Barnes told the Sentinel by phone from Los Angeles, where the former UCLA forward attended John Wooden's memorial service and the BET Awards and is also planning his wedding. "I've heard a lot of rumors about a lot of things." Barnes said he also has heard that the Magic perhaps are looking to swing a deal for a prime free agent. Shooting guard Vince Carter, reserve center Marcin Gortat and back-up small forward Mickael Pietrus have been among the names mentioned in trade scuttlebutt. "I hope we can get all our pieces back, but you never know," Barnes said. Barnes told the Sentinel he also would be open to coming off the bench if the Magic make a trade for a power forward, a move that might shift Rashard Lewis back to his natural position at small forward. "If we get one of those free agents, I'd have no problem going to the bench," Barnes said. "Everyone wants to be a starter, sure, but the goal is to win a championship." Barnes said the possibility of coming off the bench "doesn't necessarily" affect his bargaining power. Barnes, 30, still hopes he can strike a deal with the Magic. He has exercised the opt-out clause in his two-year deal, which could pay him just $1.6 million next season. He started 58 games last season after replacing Pietrus, averaging 8.8 points and 5.5 rebounds in 81 appearances. His value was measured beyond statistics, however. Barnes gave the Magic a fiery edge and often was asked to defend the opposing team's best perimeter player. General Manager Otis Smith has said he would like for Barnes to return, but will probably allow the market to determine Barnes' worth before negotiating. Barnes will officially become a free agent at 12:01 a.m. on Thursday, as will heavy hitters LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, Chris Bosh, Amar'e Stoudemire and Carlos Boozer. Of the Magic players whom the club would be interested in re-signing next season, point guard Jason Williams is a free agent. Shooting guard J.J. Redick is a restricted free agent, meaning the Magic can match any offer. Redick and Barnes both would like a large slice of the Magic's mid-level exception, which begins at about $5.8 million and can range anywhere from three to five years. After playing for seven teams since 2003-04, Barnes is seeking some long-term security. "I'm not asking for the world at all," Barnes said. "I've been grinding my whole career. I'm looking for something decent and hope to stay with the Orlando Magic and win a championship." 魔術隊小前鋒咩棒應該會 opt out 僅剩的一年 1.6 M 合約，他表示希望能夠繼續待在 魔術隊，他也聽說了包括 VC, MP 跟鍋貼等人的交易乳摸，但他希望其他的隊友們明年 能夠一起回來，但這種事誰知道呢？ 去年在球隊先發了 58 場比賽，他的實際貢獻比帳面數據來得還大，除了提供球隊活力 之外他也經常要去防守對手最好的球員。 假如球隊真的弄來一個強力四號，使得兩千萬必須回去打小前鋒，他願意擔任球隊的替 補，雖然所有人都希望能先發，但目標畢竟是總冠軍。 魔術隊 GM Otis 表示他也希望咩棒能回來，但在展開談判前應該會讓他去自由球員市場 試試水溫。 魔術若想簽回 J.J. 或咩棒可能要動用大部分的中產。 咩棒正在尋求他生涯的第一份長約，但他還是希望能夠待在奧蘭多爭取總冠軍。 --

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