Charles Barkley reported that the Kings and Indiana Pacers have renewed discussions about a swap involving Peja Stojakovic and Ron Artest.

"Ask Geoff," Kings co-owner Joe Maloof said as he hurried toward his office, knowing that Petrie is as frozen-lipped as a statue.

Pressed about possible personnel moves the other day, Petrie replied tersely, "There are no trades in the works."

Regardless of whether he remains with the Kings, or even re-signs with the Kings, Stojakovic is at an obvious crossroads. The absence of emotion is crippling his career. The obvious lack of confidence is overwhelming his skill.