The Philadelphia Sixers’ star guard James Harden might play for the Los Angeles Lakers in the upcoming season. The veteran requested for a trade to the Clippers in the initial days of the transfer window. While Harden has already succeeded at getting traded to his desired team twice, the Sixers are reluctant to do so.
The current relationship between the player and the team is not that great, and the player recently called the president of the team a liar, publicly. The problem is with the expected return value as well, and the Sixers want too much for their star, and most teams can not afford that. If the player wants to live in Los Angeles, he might not mind playing for the Lakers rather than the Clippers. Can the LeBron army acquire another James? Here is all the information about the trade between the Philadelphia Sixers and the Los Angeles Lakers involving James Harden.
What would the Lakers offer for James Harden?
The Lakers are expected to offer D’Angelo Russell, Jarred Vanderbilt, and a 2029 first-round pick in exchange for the Sixers’ #1. The 34-year-old has played with LeBron before as well and the NBA world might witness the reunion of the two superstars. The players might be looking for a team where he can win championships and the Lakers are also eyeing a title before LeBron leaves. The two parties would happily do this trade.
.@LilTunechi calls for the 76ers to trade James Harden to the Clippers: pic.twitter.com/9GadSWh106
— UNDISPUTED (@undisputed) September 1, 2023
How did James Harden perform last season?
The American professional played 58 games for the Sixers last season and averaged 21 points per game. His stats also included 10.7 assists and 6.1 rebounds per game while shooting 38.5 percent from beyond the arc. The stats are attractive enough for the Lakers and they would be happy to land him.
Stephen A. Smith sounded OFF on James Harden's trade request. 😳🗣️ pic.twitter.com/UYpdZpFwvT
— theScore (@theScore) September 6, 2023
Why would the Lakers like to sign James Harden?
The Lakers want to win a championship before they bid farewell to LeBron, and James is a perfect piece for that. The Sixers would like to keep him but it is very unlikely at the moment.
Can the Sixers convince the 10 time NBA all star to stay and avoid the rebuilding phase? We’ll keep you updated.
