ESPN's Chad Ford now reports the Trailblazers have been talking to the Nets about a deal that would send Vince Carter to Portland for Raef LaFrentz's expiring contract along with Travis Outlaw, Sergio Rodriguez and in an expanded deal, Channing Frye. However, in an online chat, Ford states that if Portland makes a deal, it'll be for Charlotte's Gerald Wallace or Richard Jefferson. And Al Iannazzone reports Ryan Anderson and Eduardo Najera have replaced Josh Boone in the Houston proposal.
- Sources: Nets, Rockets, Blazers talk trade - Chad Ford - ESPN.com
- Chat with Chad Ford - Chad Ford - ESPN.com
- Thorn says he's not close to deal - Dave D'Alessandro - Star-Ledger
- Harris wants to keep Carter - Dave D'Alessandro - Star-Ledger
- Owner of the Houston Rockets says Tracy McGrady is staying put - AP
- Essentials: Stoudemire, Carter, others still available - Tony Mejia - Pro Basketball News
- McGrady says he will have surgery - Stephen A. Smith - ESPN
- Money matters in NBA trade talks - Chris McCosky - Detroit News
- Houston has a problem - Al Iannazzone - In the 'Zzone