Author: Monojit Mandal
The Philadelphia 76ers are heading for a turbulent season as star player James Harden increases his efforts to destabilize the team. After publicly accusing liar Daryl Morey, current indications are that Harden is only now beginning to utilize techniques that could make things extremely difficult for the 76ers during the upcoming training camp. Ramona Shelburne, NBA Today commentator and reliable source, analyzes this worrying development, emphasizing its potential to disrupt the 76ers’ plans.
The 76ers are in a dangerous situation, unprepared to weather the storm of a tumultuous break-up with their valuable point guard. With a league MVP in his ranks and a championship triumph still within reach, any negative ramifications of Harden’s drama could be disastrous for his season. Harden’s history of publicizing his trade desires and causing conflict is well documented, and the 76ers appear to be about to experience it first-hand.
According to several sources, Harden wants to join the Los Angeles Clippers. However, the 76ers have reportedly suspended any trade talks. This is one of two situations in which Harden feels cheated; the first is the absence of a contract extension offer.
The situation, which was already complicated, has taken another twist, with signs pointing to Harden’s desire to increase the degree of discomfort within the 76ers team, just as the main training camp approaches.
Harden’s rise in the NBA has been remarkable. Starting with his move to the Houston Rockets in 2012, he quickly became one of the league’s most prolific scorers, averaging an impressive 25 points per game during his eight-year contract. During that time, the Rockets, led by him, reached the Western Conference Finals in 2018.
In 2021, he will join the Brooklyn Nets, where he will form a historic trio alongside Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. Despite their powerful team, the Nets failed to reach the NBA finals during Harden’s two-year tenure.
In an unexpected move in 2022, Harden became a member of the Philadelphia 76ers. His current season stats show his diverse impact, with averages of 21.0 points, 6.1 rebounds and 10.7 assists per game.