This week, 7-footer Tyson Chandler was traded to the lowly Okalhoma City Thunder.However, as the trade progressed he failed the standard procedure physical.
After an all-star caliber season last year with the Hornets, he has had an injury-plagued season this year.
The Thunder said his big toe is just waiting to be re-injured, therefore they nixed the trade and sent him back to the team that dumped him.
The Hornet's players love it because he's a great teammate and athlete. However, this will obviously lead to a certain level of awkwardness between Chandler and the Hornet's front office, for they didnt want him around anymore.
This may be a blessing in disguise, however. The mediocre Hornets hope to make a 2nd half run with Chandler and all-star point guard Chris Paul. Last year, the struggling city of New Orleans rallied around the perrenial losers and sparked a certain passion the city hasn't seen in years.
This botched trade will seemingly work out well for both the Hornets and the Thunder. Chandler is one of the league's good guys and I wish nothing but the best for him.
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Just because of a toe??? That's harsh.
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