The Pre-Funk: Suns vs. Blazers 12/17

• Bayless talks Oden and "why" things happen.  [Jerryd Bayless] 
• Oden staying optimistic about the future.  [David Aldridge]
• He also hasn't ruled out a return this year.  [Ian Thomsen]
• And one more on the big fella's outlook. [Marc Spears]
  
• A visit to the St. Mary's home for boys.  [Joe Freeman]
  
• Full game preview from Dave.  [BlazersEdge]
• Enemy coverage #1.  [Bright Side of the Sun]