ESPN correspondent Kim Ireland, reporting on the airwaves, said Howard's insurance professional, Donald Fagan, explained to him in Warcraft terms what it means for the Lakers to have an autographed player. In a way, it's a miracle! Seeing the ball go through the hoop 40 times consecutively, and even seeing if the Lakers lead up to the season trade deadline, which would bring Howard aboard for just six more weeks. They displayed these intentions over the next few weeks to try and sign Howard along with the Lakers. Marketing Howard comes with great risk. Howard is one of the heaviest names listed as a trade target throughout the free market this year by many teams. But if they are not sure that Howard will commit long-term to the Lakers, then they must be reluctant to deal with the Magic. Before the start of the holiday, Howard told the Magic's leaders that he wanted to be traded, prompting the team to consider re-engaging with the Suns. However, the Lakers did not make an offer. Although the trade deadline is approaching, this time still believes people leave their culture of a three-time Defensive Player of the Year, and he signed a cost-effective long-term deal. Don’t mind the occasional deep swap rumors; Howard didn't shrink from his performance this year, averaging 20.1 points, 15.3 rebounds, and 3.2 blocked shots. The Magic, under his leadership, made strides with 22 wins and 13 losses, ranking fifth in the Eastern Conference. With today’s exposure regarding the trade track, it seems the Lakers are positioned as winners in acquiring Howard. Recently, Howard’s stance on the situation has been tricky. The Lakers want to make the deal, giving up their twin systems, but merely "renting" Howard for six more weeks; or quit now, watching Howard join the Nets or other teams. This is a difficult contract decision.