The NBA off-season may result in massive adjustments for all the teams as a few superstars are looking to change their badges. Damian Lillard and James Harden stand out as two prominent names on the list amidst the trade controversies around them. An NBA insider recently shed light on the difference between these two situations as the fans continue to anticipate what’s next.

Both Harden and Lillard want to leave their current franchise to represent another team in the league. Acknowledging that the NBA personality compared the two trade requests.

What did the NBA insider say?

In a recent episode of Sports by Northwest, senior NBA writer Marc J. Spears talked candidly about the state of the superstars. He highlighted how the circumstances of the two NBA icons were dissimilar to each other. He emphasized that Lillard was loved across the league, so he could eventually get what he wanted. “NBA at large respects him so much that nobody’s gonna test that,”?the reporter said.

The situation was difficult for the Portland Trail Blazers, as there was reportedly only one possible destination. He stated, “They are certainly in a tough position cause there’s only one team,”?indicating that the franchise had no opportunity to negotiate. He then went on to compare Dame’s condition at the Blazers with that of Philadelphia 76ers‘ James.

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Marc believed sooner than later the entire league would give in to Lillard’s request out of admiration for him. Despite the chaos, there’s a place of empathy, ambition, and understanding involved in his wish. “This isn’t like James Harden, where you are lighting fires wherever you go,”?he mentioned, precisely pointing that out. This brings us to the most awaited part of the entire saga.

What if Damian Lillard leaves Portland?

The 33-year-old has been a talisman for his team for over a decade now. Since joining the Blazers back in 2012, he has showcased his skills on the biggest of stages without failing. After being a loyal servant for so long, he has in a way outgrown his franchise.

Thus, his desire to leave them to represent a team with a winning mentality like the Miami Heat is understandable. The point guard has maintained a sense of dignity and professionalism throughout. Also, if Marc’s words are to be believed, the Heat culture may suit him well.

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So, Spears used Harden as an analogy to explain the entire drama in Portland. By calling Lillard a better professional, the writer is bound to stir further controversies. But at this stage, all eyes are on the man of the moment. The 6’2 guard from Oakland.