When it was first introduced that James Harden was planning an exit from the Philadelphia 76ers, most individuals thought his departure could be imminent.
However since then, issues have slowed to a crawl.
What we do know is that issues stay the identical: Harden desires to go away the 76ers, ideally for the Los Angeles Clippers.
And the Sixers are working to make that occur however they aren’t speeding into any commerce proposal they aren’t actually pleased with.
Shams Charania, by way of ClutchPoints, confirmed that that’s the place issues nonetheless stand.
He stated that the Sixers and Clippers are anticipated to have interaction once more in discussions on a Harden commerce this offseason.
Will it really end in something?
The Sixers and Clippers are anticipated to have interaction once more in discussions on a James Harden commerce this offseason.
Harden nonetheless prefers to be moved, and Philadelphia is working to honor his want, as Daryl Morey just lately stated.
(by way of @ShamsCharania, https://t.co/FYNcfaR0O9) pic.twitter.com/nsxySXAHlm
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) August 8, 2023
So either side of the negotiations desire a deal however that doesn’t imply that one shall be made.
Each the Clippers and the 76ers have energy on this state of affairs.
The Clippers know that Harden desires to be in LA they usually additionally know that different groups aren’t making performs to get him.
Due to this fact, they’re the only real entrance workplace negotiating with the Sixers, who don’t wish to hold an sad star.
On the opposite aspect of the equation, the 76ers aren’t going to maneuver him except they’re receiving one thing particular for his or her workforce and its future.
They confirmed prior to now with Ben Simmons that they are going to sit on a participant till they’re prepared to maneuver.
It’s probably that either side will come collectively and hash out one thing they’re all pleased with.
Nevertheless it’s not assured that it’ll be earlier than the brand new season begins.
They may attempt once more to comply with a bundle this summer time but when they don’t Harden will stay in Philadelphia for at the very least the subsequent few months.
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