NBA trades are not all that uncommon, but when they involve superstar players, it certainly is big news and can be unexpected.

James Harden has passed Rod Strickland in assists and is No. 13 all-time now. Yes, he’s higher in assists than in scoring.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Keon Johnson led a balanced Brooklyn attack with 18 points, and the Nets snapped a seven-game losing streak ...