One of the most anticipated trades of this summer is the Philadelphia 76ers’ James Harden. The bearded star wants to join the Los Angeles Clippers, who are likely to acquire him, as per recent reports by NBA Insider. Here is the complete story!
Miami Heat Chasing Sixers’ Star James Harden After Damian’s Shift to Bucks? Why He Skipped Media Day
After Damian Lillard’s trade to the Milwaukee Bucks, all eyes are on the former MVP, James Harden of the Sixers. According to the NBA Insider, Shams Charania, and Sam Amick (The Athletic), the Miami Heat is going all to acquire the star guard from the Sixers.
Harden didn’t report to the media day, and he was fined for not being present on the media day. However, he reported to the training camp to avoid the potential fines. The 10-time All-Star wants to play for the Clippers, since it is his hometown.
LeBron James is 38
Chris Paul is 38
Steph Curry is 35
Kevin Durant is 35
James Harden is 34
Russell Westbrook is 34Appreciate these legends while they’re still playing.
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Clippers’ Kawhi, Paul George, and Westbrook Push for Harden’s Big Move from Sixers
Harden has his friends in the Los Angeles Clippers. Kawhi Leonard and Paul George wanted the Clippers to acquire Harden from the Sixers, as reported by the NBA Insider Vincent Goodwill (Yahoo Sports).
Since Harden requested his trade from the Clippers in June, the former MVP has spoken to Paul and Kawhi for his trade to Clippers.
Harden’s close friend and the Clippers’ guard, Russell Westbrook is also in talks with the organization to acquire the beard star. Westbrook and Harden was friends while playing for the Houston Rockets and the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Harden requested his trade in June, and since then the Sixers’ have been hunting for the best offer. The former MVP picked up the $35.6 million player option while requesting his trade.
However, the Sixers’ asking price for the star guard was too steep. Hence, no team showed interest in the 10-time All-Star.
James Harden’s Career Average and Stats
In a total of 58 games, James averaged around 21 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 10.7 assists. Moreover, the Los Angeles native has led the NBA league with the highest assist for the second time in his career.
