?Make a Lot of Money?: Joel Embiid Bids James Harden Adieu With a Hope of Finals Face-off

James Harden finally got his wish after months of trying to force his way out of Philadelphia. Harden got traded to his preferred team, the Los Angeles Clippers, along with his Philly teammates PJ Tucker and Filip Petrusev. The Beard was part of a 7-player blockbuster deal that also involved several future draft picks.

Now that James Harden is officially out of Philadelphia, his former 76ers teammate Joel Embiid addressed the trade. The reigning MVP bid adieu to Harden, hoping they will face off in the NBA finals at the end of this season.

Joel Embiid?s message to James Harden

Joel Embiid has been in the middle of the drama between James Harden and Daryl Morey for months. So, it finally came as a sigh of relief for the reigning MVP when Harden got traded to the Clippers this week. Embiid addressed Harden?s trade, ?I?m happy that the situation got resolved, and I?m happy for him, it?s all business?I hope he has a chance to succeed and make a lot of money, play good basketball, and be able to win. I hope we both make the Finals, but he?s on the losing side of it.?

Joel Embiid wishes nothing but the best for his former teammate, and now that both players are in different conferences, he expressed his desire to face Harden in the NBA finals. But he wants to come out on the winning side in that encounter and lift the Larry O?Brien trophy before Harden does. Despite Harden?s differences with Daryl Morey, he was a major contributor for the Sixers last season. He averaged 21 points and 10.7 assists last season and had an All-Star-caliber season. Philly will miss Harden?s presence on the court but will be glad that the drama is over, and they can now focus on winning a Championship.

Can Joel Embiid and Co. win without James Harden?

The Philadelphia 76ers are off to a great start this season. They have won three of their first four games, and Joel Embiid is playing like the reigning MVP. Embiid is averaging 31 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 4 blocks so far. Philly also received several assets in exchange for James Harden, who can help Embiid make a run for the title.

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The Sixers received veterans Nicolas Batum, Marcus Morris, Robert Covington, and KJ Martin. All of these players are highly skilled and experienced and will play a major role in Philadelphia?s success. Joel Embiid is in the middle of his prime and playing the best basketball of his career. And the Philadelphia 76ers want to capitalize on this opportunity and win their first title in 40 years.

Now that the James Harden saga is over, do you think Joel Embiid can lead the 76ers to a Championship?

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