Hornets-Lakers mega-rematch in New Orleans tonight. Should be lots of ohh’s and ahh’s and hopefully an abundance of yay’s from the home crowd.

The 22-5 Lakers have appeared mortal of late by dropping a pair in Florida and looking generally less dominant than they did earlier in the season. Cooler heads say it’s nothing but a slight rough patch, but I think they should trade us Gasol and Vujacic for Sean Marks and whatever Mike James left in his locker. Pull that trigger, Mitch.

Tip off is 7pm. If you’re heading to the game, pour a sip of free beer on the concrete for me.

Linkage:

• Ryan’s game preview, and some MVP thoughts
• Journals: More Hornets-Spurs pics | How I became a fan
• Lagniappe: Jingle Bells, offensive comparisons, power rankings, attendance and more.
• Laker blogs: Forum Blue and Gold | LA Times