Carlos Boozer became available to the Los Angeles Lakers after being waived by the Chicago Bulls via the amnesty clause. He was claimed off waivers and had no choice but to come to Los Angeles. Now, with the power to choose his next destination, it appears a return to the Lakers is unlikely.
Many criticized his initial acquisition because of the little flexibility he brought. Boozer could not be traded as part of the way he came to the Lakers. No matter how well he played, he would bring no return value.
The news comes as little surprise, with a crowded front court getting in the way of his minutes late in the season.