Malone still many months away

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Though San Antonio head coach Gregg Popovich told the Ticket 760 on Monday
that the Spurs expect to have a sit-down meeting with Karl Malone soon,
Malone's agent is reporting that Malone is several months away from being
ready to play.

Malone's agent Dwight Manley told the Los Angeles Times, "He (Malone) is
working out and all signs are pointing to a 100% recovery, but that is still
many months away. There is no timetable."

The 41-year-old Malone had a knee surgery in June where holes were drilled
to promote blood flow to the cartilage. All-Star Jason Kidd had the same
surgery in July and is not expected to return to the court until at least
December.

Both the Lakers and the Spurs are reportedly holding roster spots open for
Malone. The Heat and the Timberwolves also have interest in acquiring the
power foward. Malone averaged 13.2 points and 8.7 rebounds last season for
the Lakers, but was limited to 42 games by injury.