Magic, Rockets Swap Seven Players

HOUSTON - In a blockbuster deal that gives the Houston Rockets (news) one of basketball’s most intriguing tandems, Tracy McGrady was traded to Houston in a multiplayer deal that sent Steve Francis to the Orlando Magic (news) on Tuesday.

The long-anticipated deal also sent forward Juwan Howard, and guards Tyronn Lue and Reece Gaines to the Rockets. The Magic also got guard Cuttino Mobley and forward Kelvin Cato.

Well, I like forward to a completely different Orlando team next season. The current one wasn’t going anywhere so even though they lose one of the best in the NBA, I’m not that disappointed. Though, Francis not really wanting to play for the Magic isn’t a good sign. Hopefully the draft picks will shape up quickly.