Link: Thunder Soften on Harden

From ESPN.com Late last night, the Oklahoma City Thunder and Houston Rockets pulled off the first blockbuster trade of the season.  Reigning Sixth Man of the Year James Harden is the principle player involved, moving from OKC to Houston in exchange for high-scoring guard Kevin Martin and promising youngster Jeremy Lamb. The Thunder will also…

Magic Making Move for Monta

From Marc Stein and Chris Broussard In a desperate move to keep Dwight Howard near Epcot Center, the Orlando Magic are trying to acquire the Golden State Warriors’ best moped rider in Monta Ellis. While the move would certainly bolster Howard’s chances of staying with the Magic and FINALLY give Stephen Curry the chance to…