A famous NBA writer has suggested a trade idea that involves James Harden being traded to Los Angeles Clippers, and the Clippers would send Nicolas Batum and other players to the Sixers in exchange.
Clippers Eyeing a Big Three with James Harden: How This Trade Idea Unfolded
The trade idea popped out after Harden expressed his desire to join the LA Clippers as he wanted to play alongside star play Kawhi Leonard, Russell Westbrook, and Paul George.
The NBA writer, Grant Hughes from Bleacher Report, believes that this trade deal could be beneficial for both Sixers and Clippers as it will create new dynamics on the court.
Hughes said:
“The Clippers would be taking a massive risk here in adding another aging star with durability concerns to a roster that already has two in Kawhi Leonard and Paul George.”
“It helps the plausibility of this deal that L.A. is only giving up role players, even though losing the versatile Mann will make a bigger impact than most think.”
The James Harden Trade Saga: Why He’s Eyeing a Move to the Clippers from the Philadelphia 76ers
James Harden decided to stay with the Philadelphia 76ers for the 2023-24 NBA Season by opting into his player option.
But he is not happy with the team management due to his potential free agency, and he has expressed to be traded for the Clippers. Harden said that he wants to explore other opportunities and is looking to have a fresh start.
James Harden averaged 21 points with 6.1 rebounds and 10.7 assists in the last NBA Season. Moreover, he has 44.1% shooting from the field and 38.5% shooting from beyond the arc, and he also has 86.7% shooting from the free-throw line. He is one of the leading assists in the NBA for the second time in his career.
