Talks between the Hornets, Lakers and Rockets to reconstruct their three-way trade involving Chris Paul are progressing.

"Conversation is positive, but still a ways to go," said a source.

During a press conference, Hornets' GM Dell Demps confirmed that he had been given the autonomy to resume negotiations.

On Thursday, the Lakers agreed to acquire Paul in exchange for Pau Gasol and Lamar Odom. Houston would acquire for Gasol while sending Kevin Martin, Luis Scola, Goran Dragic and a first round pick. The Hornets would receive Odom, along with Martin, Scola, Dragic and the first round pick.