The Philadelphia Sixers’ star point guard, James Harden, is set to part ways with the team this offseason. The player requested a trade to the Clippers months ago, but the Sixers are not doing much to fulfill his desire. We recently saw a superstar leaving his team when Damian Lillard completed his move to the Milwaukee Bucks three months after he made his request.
Initially, a lot of teams were interested in signing the 34-year-old, but it seems like internal issues have caused the teams to step back from the deal. The Sixers want a lot for the player, and it seems like teams are not interested in paying the same for the veteran. Now, only the Clippers want to land the Sixers’ point guard. Will we see this trade happening? Here is all the information you need about the current scenario between the Philadelphia Sixers and James Harden.
What is the current situation between the Sixers and James Harden?
James made his intention clear that he does not want to play for the Sixers anymore. He requested a trade to the Clippers but the Sixers are reluctant to trade him, especially to the Clippers. The Sixers want a huge package in return for their star, but now his value is declining with time at the Sixers. They would like to trade him off before it gets too late.
The Los Angeles Clippers are currently offering a trade package that includes an unprotected first-round pick and a pick-swap for James Harden, per @ShamsCharania.
Shams reported yesterday that Los Angeles offered a similar package for the 10x All-Star back in July.
— Philly Sixers Galaxy (@sixers_galaxy) October 6, 2023
How did James Harden perform last season?
The Arizona State Sun Devils product played 58 games for the Sixers last season and averaged 21 points per game. He also charted 10.7 assists and 6.1 rebounds per game while shooting 38.5 percent from beyond the arc. He opted for his player option for the 2023-24 season.
The Clippers are offering a package including an unprotected first-rounder and a pick swap for James Harden, sources tell @ShamsCharania.
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— The Athletic NBA (@TheAthleticNBA) October 6, 2023
What does James Harden think about the situation?
The 10-time NBA All-Star feels that the Sixers are being lazy and ignorant about his situation. He also called the Sixers’ president a liar for not trading him quickly. It is probable that the team does not want to trade the player since it might result in Joel Embiid leaving the team as well.
Will the Sixers be able to convince their two stars to stay? Will the Clippers manage to pull off this signing? We’ll keep you updated.
