Former teammate Stephen Jackson reportedly said Jermaine O'Neal wants out, but O'Neal told The Star he has made no such demands. He has said several times, however, the Pacers should trade him if they plan to rebuild.

"You never know. I hope so," Bird told NBA Radio when asked whether O'Neal would return.

"It's just wait and see what happens. Anytime a guy like Jermaine's involved, you don't just go out and give him away. You have to go out and try to get the best fit you possibly can for your own team. We'll look at everything we can this summer."