If Kidd bolts, could Parker take his place?

Updated: July 9, 2003, 3:15 PM ET

If Jason Kidd chooses the Spurs, will San Antonio ship Tony Parker to the Nets?

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By By Chad Ford
NBA Insider

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Is Jason Kidd leaning toward signing with the Spurs? Depends on who you believe. The New York Times, citing three unidentified sources, claims Kidd is leaning toward San Antonio.

"The Nets are deeply concerned," a source told the Times. "Every effort on earth will be made to retain him." Nets officials were expected to meet with Kidd on Tuesday night. However, Rod Thorn didn't sound as concerned as the report makes it sound.

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