The Sixers’ James Harden requested for a trade to the Clippers this summer. The player does not want to play for the Sixers anymore. This is not the first time James has asked for a trade. Two of his earlier requests were fulfilled, and he would expect the same to happen this time as well.
James is a pillar of the Sixers and his departure is going to weaken them for sure. Rumors are that Joel Embiid might also ask for a trade if James leaves and that would be chaotic for the Sixers for sure. So, the Sixers would not like to lose either of them, but their relationship with James has gone bad.
Here is all the information about the current scenario between the Philadelphia Sixers and James Harden.
Why would the Sixers like to keep James Harden?
Harden is an elite guard and is probably the most important player on the Sixers’ roster. After some media outlets reported that Embiid might look for a way out if James does, the Sixers might try everything to keep him. Also, if the Sixers do not trade him now, the veteran guard might leave for free later. Will the Sixers succeed in keeping their stars and avoid the rebuilding phase?
Breaking: The 76ers have ended trade talks on guard James Harden and plan to bring him back to training camp for start of the season, sources tell @wojespn. pic.twitter.com/nH3dhdniEC
— ESPN (@espn) August 12, 2023
How did James Harden perform last season?
James played a total of 58 games for the Sixers last season and averaged 21 points per game. He also managed to have 10.7 assists and 6.1 rebounds per game while shooting 38.5 percent 3-pointers, 44.1 percent from the field, and 86.7 percent from the free-throw line. He was the highest assist provider in the league for the second time in his career. While Joel Embiid became the MVP of the league, James also played a crucial role.
The Clippers would prefer to keep Marcus Morris Sr. out of any James Harden trade scenarios, per @ChrisBHaynes pic.twitter.com/DdtmRtqsUa
— NBA Centel Burner (PARODY ACCOUNT) (@TheNBACentel) August 16, 2023
What is the Sixers’ situation with James Harden?
James is fed up with the Sixers and has nearly sworn to never wear a Sixers jersey ever again. A few days ago he called the general manager of the team a liar in public. This indicates that he is not happy with whatever they are doing about his trade.
Can the Sixers still convince Harden to stay? It’s hard to say after the recent developments of the scenario. We’ll keep you updated.
