Kareem

Rush

GM Bernie Bickerstaff wouldn’t confirm, but the story is that the Lakers will send Rush to Charlotte for a swap of second-round picks. Rush would see an increase in minutes as part of Charlotte’s second-team guard unit, but not enough to give him value.

Rush thinks he’ll be able to play Tuesday.

Rush returned to Tuesday’s game after getting hurt. He should be available tonight.

J.J. Redick’s back injury is becoming a concern, especially since he hasn’t played in a month, and DeShawn Stevenson’s future with the club is still up in the air. Even if they re-sign Stevenson, the Magic are interested in another veteran in a backup role at the position. Besides Rush, they’re also reportedly interested in Flip Murray and Rasual Butler.

Rush is looking to make a comeback after falling out of the league in January 2010.

These guys are likely just ‘practice bodies’ during training camp, and they won’t have fantasy value.

Rush’s right foot also gave him problems last season. The Lakers are concerned.

The Lakers still might have some interest in bringing Rush back if he plays well in a reserve role this season. He would have made $1.81 million next year had the option been picked up.

Rush’s foot still could be a problem, but he’ll begin the season on the active roster.

The Lakers have no use for Rush and the Bobcats have plenty of cap space to make it happen. They are talking about giving up draft picks for him and he would likely step into House’s role with the Cats if the deal happens, meaning somewhere around 10 points per game once he settles in.