June 14, 2012 – The Hoop Doctors
On the surface, the Thunder have the best young core in the game and that’s been so for a while. But will money cause them to have to break up? This isn’t the first time something like that has been suggested.
The Charlotte Bobcats are eyeing the possibility of dealing the No. 2 overall pick in a trade that would bring a more established player, multiple sources told CBSSports.com.
One source said that Oklahoma City’s James Harden could be in play due to the Thunder’s salary situation following next season. GM Sam Presti already has Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook on the books for more than $29 million next season — and both Harden and Serge Ibaka will command huge contracts after the 2012-13 campaign.
Source: CBSsports
