Nov 21, 2008 4:20 PM EST

The Hornets, 5-5, have been mediocre this season and appear to need help on both sides of the ball.

The loss of Jannero Pargo, who bolted for Europe this season, appears to have meant more to New Orleans than many intially thought.

Jamaal Tinsley and Stephon Marbury, both firmly entrenched in the doghouses of the Pacers and Knicks respectively, could help solve coach Byron Scott's problem.

Via New York Post