Back during the 2000-05 season, Desmond Mason was the Bucks' second-leading scorer, and the high-flying swingman was considered a fan favorite. When he was traded to the Hornets, though, it seemed like he burned his bridges to ever return, singling out GM Larry Harris. But now that he's a free agent, he's singing a different tune:In a radio interview at the time of the deal, Mason called Harris "a snake in the grass" and said he "flat out lied to my face" about the chances of being traded.For what it's worth, it seems to be "forgive and forget" in Milwaukee's front office, as well -- in the same article, Harris says, "We've had good discussions and are optimistic it's heading in the right direction." For a personnel standpoint, bringing Mason in makes sense -- the team could use some insurance at the small forward spot considering Bobby Simmons missed all of last year. Plus, he's Michael Redd's good friend, which isn't a surprise since Redd knows Mason will never steal a shot from him.
But that seems like so much ancient history to both sides now.
"That's absolutely behind us," [Mason's agent Roger] Montgomery said. "If we do return, we're looking forward to finishing what he (Mason) started. He was a fan favorite.
"We barely remember that even happened."
Previously on FanHouse:
Desmond Mason Brings His Game Into the Studio
