The Lakers have offered swingman Aaron McKie a $2.5 million contract, more than double what the Nets can give him, as well as a starting job in Phil Jackson's triangle offense. But in an interesting twist, Los Angeles has given Derek Anderson the same offer and told both players whoever accepts first gets the money and the job.
- McKie, Anderson Get Offers - Mark Heisler - Los Angeles Times
- Lakers wait for guard's decision - Broderick Turner - Riverside Press-Enterprise
- Nets Going Deep - Barry Breskin - Nets Interactive