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The Celtics also have had conversations about Lakers swingman Shannon Brown, Bobcats center Kwame Brown, and former Celtic Marquis Daniels, whose season was cut short when he suffered a bruised spinal cord in a Feb. 6 collision with Magic guard Gilbert Arenas. “It’s something we’re talking about,’’ said agent Mark Bartelstein, who represents all three. “We’re having conversations. Nothing’s been decided yet. We’ll kind of see what happens here over the next couple days. Boston Globe

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It remains unclear how the Lakers' roster will look now up through their season opener Christmas Day against the Chicago Bulls. The Lakers have plenty of unsigned players, including Shannon Brown, Devin Ebanks, Derrick Caracter, Joe Smith and Theo Ratliff. They can exercise the so-called amnesty clause by shedding ties with Metta World Peace (three years, $21.5 million) or Luke Walton (two years, $11.46 million). Free agency beginning on Dec. 9 will also contribute to the frantic environment leading to opening day. Still, Lakers General Manager Mitch Kupchak told The Times' Mike Bresnahan that both rookies Darius Morris and Goudelock "probably deserve a chance to be looked at, and [they] have promise." Los Angeles Times

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The Lakers made contact Wednesday with the representative for free-agent guard Shannon Brown on the first day NBA teams could talk to agents. Brown has been the main backup to Kobe Bryant in recent seasons. Brown opted out of a contract that would have paid him $2.37 million this season; he made $2.15 million last season with the Lakers. "We talked about Shannon but it's a little early to see where it goes," agent Mark Bartelstein said Wednesday. Los Angeles Times

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The Lakers have only one free-agent tool, the "mini mid-level" for three years and $9.4 million, but they wouldn't have to use it to re-sign Brown. Los Angeles Times

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The Lakers must also find a backup shooting guard if free agent Shannon Brown signs with another team. "There's a spot or two in the backcourt and a spot or two in the frontcourt, but we also have two rookies that we drafted in the middle of the second round that probably deserve a chance to be looked at and have promise," Kupchak said, referring to guards Darius Morris of Michigan and Andrew Goudelock of College of Charleston. Los Angeles Times

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Lakers guard Steve Blake told team player representative Shannon Brown prior to Monday's meeting that he was in favor of accepting a deal that would have included a 50-50 split of basketball related income and still allowed for a 72-game season if approved by the union this week. "I spoke to (Blake) and he was one of the guys who wanted to take the deal," Brown said in a phone interview with ESPNLosAngeles.com on Tuesday. "I respect his opinion. I didn't try to sway it. I gave him the advantages and the disadvantages of taking the deal and not taking the deal. Going into the meeting, I understood that he was one of those people that were for taking the deal. "I'm not going to say that everybody was for not taking the deal, but I can say it was a majority that was for (turning it down). I can say that much." ESPN.com

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Blake disagreed with Brown's assessment of his stance on the last deal offered by the owners and issued a statement to ESPNLosAngeles.com on Tuesday evening. "It has been my goal, throughout my career and even more so during the lockout to be a responsible and active member of our Players Association," Blake wrote. "With that said, many of the reports published have been inaccurate. I have actively had conversations with my teammates, Player Representatives and the Executive Committee over the past weeks and months about the status of the negotiations and proposals. My stance is simply to make sure we weigh all proposals. I have not made a decision on whether or not a proposal was right to take, just simply encouraging all of our players and representatives to review everything carefully and then make the appropriate choices as a collective body." ESPN.com

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Brown said that the players' association was vigilant in sending out a steady stream of emails to its constituents as developments in negotiations occurred. He said he knew of player reps trying to reach out to their teammates only to find the phone number they were provided with had been changed or disconnected. "It wasn't like things were done behind anybody's back," Brown said. "Everybody knew and know what's going on at all times because the letters that were sent out." ESPN.com

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Blake echoed Brown's plea for player involvement. "I believe that each player has a voice in this process and it is our job to make sure that we are heard," Blake wrote. "Each player should be asking questions, contacting their player reps and continue to be an active part of this process. I'll continue to be proactive and remain updated on all things related to the lockout. This is our business, it's how we support ourselves and our families and it's too important to take a backseat in the process." ESPN.com

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Los Angeles Lakers guard Shannon Brown opted out of his contract with the team in June in order to explore free agency. He is prepared to sit out a full season before signing a new deal if the owners' negotiation stance with the union during the NBA lockout causes it to come to that. "I think we (players) are (prepared to miss the season)," Brown told 710 ESPN's "Stephen A. Smith Show" on Tuesday. "We don't want to though. We're prepared, but we don't want to. ESPN.com

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"We're a family. If a guy is hurting (financially) and a guy needs to reach out to somebody, I think that person will be there for him to help them get over the hump that they need to get over until this thing is over." National Basketball Players Association executive director Billy Hunter told the L.A. Times last month that the Lakers' Kobe Bryant was one person who had offered to lend money to fellow players during the work stoppage. "But," Brown added about the loan scenario, "we don't want to (miss the season). Not at all." ESPN.com

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Shannon Brown: "I just want to go to a team that is contender to a championship. A team where I can showcase my talents." FOXSports.com

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How labor negotiations could affect him being a free agent: Shannon Brown: “As far as in the future it affects me because they’re trying to kill the mid-level exception. That’s kinda where I fall under at this time. If they do that it will definitely hurt my finances as far as like my contracts. Thank God my momma taught me how to be smart with my money so I’m okay. I wouldn’t be making as much as I would opposed to if the mid-level exception was still there.” Sports Radio Interviews

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Monica has married NBA Lakers player Shannon Brown in a second wedding ceremony, this weekend. The R&B singer first married Shannon in November last year in a secret ceremony at their Los Angeles home. However, the couple wanted to share their special day with close friends and family, so organised a second ceremony which took place this weekend. According to People magazine, the two exchanged their vows in front of hundreds of guests at a renovated cathedral in downtown LA on Saturday. Monica wore a Stephane Rolland and walked down the aisle in front of celebrity friends including Ciara, Cee-Lo Green, Ashanti, Nelly, Polow Da Don, Lala Vasquez, Carmelo Anthony and Ludacris who is also godfather to her two sons. TaleTela

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One coach compared him to Lakers swingman Shannon Brown (Michigan State), saying his next stop is where he'll get his opportunity and find his niche in the league. Detroit News

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Brown said his agent, Mark Bartelstein, has been contacted by "several" teams with interest in the 6-foot-4, 210-pound guard's services. The pair also "did the homework," according to Brown, and surveyed the league's other 29 rosters to determine where he could be a fit. Brown did not rule out the possibility of returning to the Lakers with a new deal, but did not sound optimistic about that occurring. "I'm not sure, I can't really say," Brown said. "They just got two draft picks, two guards." ESPN.com

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Lakers backup guard Shannon Brown informed the team Thursday that he was exercising his option to terminate the final year of his contract to become an unrestricted free agent. Brown and his agent, Mark Bartelstein, said this was the best time for the 6-foot-4 guard to test the free-agent market, even though the NBA is about to impose a lockout and no one knows what the future collective bargaining agreement will be. Brown had to let the Lakers know of his decision by Thursday's deadline. "We made the best decision for me and everybody around me," Brown said in a telephone interview. "It's an interesting time to do this because of the lockout, but I think this is the best thing for me to do right now." Los Angeles Times

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Brown and Bartelstein said the player wants a longer-term contract, and both said the Lakers remain in the mix. "I haven't ruled out the Lakers," Brown said. "I don't know if they will rule me out. I'm staying open." Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Lakers, Free Agency, Shannon Brown 

The Lakers drafted for help in the backcourt because of the uncertainty regarding Brown. "My guess is — and it's only a guess — is that he will decide not to extend one more year," Kupchak said. Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Lakers, Shannon Brown 

Brown has to let the Lakers know of his decision by next Thursday. Brown is scheduled to make $2.374 million next season if he decides to stay with the team. Late Thursday, Brown said he hadn't made a decision yet. "I'm still trying to figure it out," Brown said. "I'm trying to make sure it's the right decision for me and my family. It's not an easy thing." Los Angeles Times

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