Matt Barnes will opt out but prefers Magic

Matt Barnes said he will opt out of his contract and become an unrestricted free agent, but he hopes to return with the Magic.

Barnes averaged just 5.0 points during the Eastern Conference finals, though in fairness he was bothered by a sore back. Orlando would surely re-sign him at the right price, but his role is threatened by the possibility of Rashard Lewis moving to SF. May. 31 - 11:46 am et

Source: Dan Savage via Twitter