San Antonio Spurs Rumors: LaMarcus Aldridge attracting plenty of interest around the league, Chris Paul could be swapped for DeMar DeRozan and more

#2 Chris Paul could be swapped for DeMar DeRozan

Chris Paul has performed well for the Thunder

With talks over a contract extension failing to advance, it appears that DeMar DeRozan's days with the Spurs are numbered. Due to his age (30) and lack of defense, San Antonio may find it difficult to trade the former All-Star.

However, Dan Favale of Bleacher Report believes that DeRozan could be swapped for Chris Paul of the Oklahoma City Thunder:

Paul would noticeably beef up their overall defense and has the outside touch to play off San Antonio's other ball-handlers. The balance of Paul's contract is absolutely terrifying. On the flip side, though, the Spurs have proved they can manage players in their twilights better than most.

Paul joined the Thunder from the Rockets during the off-season as part of the blockbuster trade for Russell Westbrook. The veteran has performed well in Oklahoma City, averaging 16.2 points, 4.4 rebounds and 6.3 assists in 31.3 minutes per contest, but his contract is widely regarded as the worst in the NBA.