The Philadelphia Sixers’ guard James Harden is likely to get traded to the Indiana Pacers this offseason. The veteran requested a trade to the Clippers in the initial days of the transfer window, but the Sixers have yet to let things happen for him. Although this is not the first time Harden has made a request, he has done it twice before, and he would love to keep the streak intact. Will he succeed this time?
The ten-time NBA All-Star played 58 games for the Sixers last season and averaged 21 points, 10.7 assists, and 6.1 rebounds per game while shooting 38.5 percent from beyond the arc. The Pacers are interested in signing the player. Can they offer what the Sixers want? Here is all the information you need about the trade between the Philadelphia Sixers and the Indiana Pacers involving James Harden.
What would the Pacers offer for James Harden?
The Pacers are expected to offer Buddy Hield, Daniel Theis, TJ McConnell, and a 2027 top 10 protected first-round pick in exchange for the Sixers’ #1. The Sixers are trying to convince the player to stay, but things keep going out of hand day by day. James recently called the Sixers’ president a liar in public. Will they finally release him?
James Harden is still hoping to be traded to the Los Angeles Clippers, per @YahooSports. pic.twitter.com/XBsblMzqku
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) September 23, 2023
Why would the Pacers like to sign James Harden?
This trade would surely make the Pacers a better team. The 34-year-old can pair up with Tyrese Haliburton, and the two can distribute the playmaking and shooting workload between them. James would surely change the dynamics of the Pacers’ offense.
James Harden’s defense is underrated. Real ones already knew this too! pic.twitter.com/qHQkE3g9aP
— Aidan LaPorta (@aidanlaporta69) September 22, 2023
Why would the Sixers trade-off James Harden?
It has been speculated that the reigning MVP, Joel Embiid, might leave as well if James succeeds in moving out. The player is in his prime, and he thinks that Harden’s departure will weaken the team. He does not want to waste his prime years in a struggling team. The Sixers do not want to part ways with their stars since it might result in going into the rebuilding phase.
Will the Sixers manage to keep both Embiid and James on their roster? Will the Pacers’ struggles end with Harden’s arrival? We’ll keep you updated.
