 hammering out a deal that will team up Nash and Kobe in purple and gold. Just a short time ago, Nash spoke to ESPN.com saying, quote, after talking with Robert Sarver and Lon Babby, we've agreed that it's time for both of us to move in new directions. I approached them and asked if they would be willing to do a sign and trade deal with L.A. because it's very important for me to stay near my children and family.