Ariza basically signed the same exact contract that Artest did. The Lakers were planning on offering Ariza a contract, but his agent decided to play hardball with them. Once the Lakers found out that Artest was available, at the same price, they made the no-brainer decision to sign Artest.
Not going to happen. The relics are looking good this year; I wonder how much longer their creaking knees and old aching backs can hold up. Go Magic Go!