Brand to the Sixers & More...

Elton Brand just shocked the world by agreeing to terms with the Philadelphia 76ers. Brand turned down a contract from the Clippers, that would include a no-trade clause, for a 5-year $82 million deal from the Sixers. This bombshell leaves many Clipper fans aghast; Clipper fans were dreaming of a 2008-2009 season with Elton Brand playing along side Baron Davis and bringing this team back to relevance. But it isn't about to happen. Sources close to Brand claimed that "Elton wanted to go east". Now Elton Brand will be teaming up with Andre Miller, Samuel Dalembert, Andre Iguodala and many other developing young talents. This move catapults the Sixers into contention in the East. Though I still think the West is superior, the East has some top tier teams that can be very competitive in: Detroit, Orlando, Boston, Cleveland, Washington, Toronto, and now Philly. Now, I don't see this team getting past the semi-final round of the playoffs, but this team will make some noise and in Iguodala they have a future superstar.
Arenas Signs with Wizards
Gilbert Arenas ended all rumors that he was returning to the Warriors, by signing a six-year $111 million deal with the Wizards. This move keeps the Wizards competitive in the East, but I still don't see them getting past the first round (i.e. another loss to LeBron).
Raptors-Pacer Deal Finalized
The deal that sent Jermaine O'Neal to the Raptors and T.J Frod to the Pacers has been finalized. The Raptors now boast a ridiculous front-line of O'Neal, Bargnani, and Bosh. The Raptors will be a force to be reckoned with as long as they stay healthy (cough, cough,O'Neal). As for the Pacers....who cares! They won't make the playoffs anyway.
Rony to the Warriors...Maybe
The Golden State Warriors signed Rony Turiaf to an offer sheet that the Lakers are not expected to match. Well...I don't know what to say. I loved Rony's energy but if he was as skilled as he is energetic, I would be demanded the Lakers match that offer sheet. But since he isn't that good...I say let him go. He'll be missed though.