BREAKING: 76ers G James Harden is picking up his $35.6 million option and sides are beginning to work together in exploring trade scenarios, sources tell ESPN. It’s expected that Harden has played his last game for Philadelphia.

https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1674521383601074176?s=46

The Clippers and Knicks are expected to be among the teams that’ll engage with the Sixers on a potential James Harden trade, sources tell ESPN.

  • acosmichippo@lemmy.worldOP
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    1 year ago

    really weird decision by harden. You’d think this is his best chance to lock in a long term deal. Maybe he didn’t like the vibes his agent was getting around the market.

    • Fearghas@lemmy.world
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      1 year ago

      I’m not surprised to see him take his option. According to spotrac there’s only 5 teams under the cap and 7 teams with practical cap space so not a lot of possible suitors. He gets more money overall by waiting until next offseason to pursue a 2-3 year deal before retiring.