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The prolonged James Harden trade saga has reached its conclusion, as the Clippers acquired him in a trade earlier today. The Clippers finally got their man and with Harden on their roster, they would look to clinch their first NBA title in franchise history. Following Harden’s departure, the Sixers face an uncertain future as they embark on a rebuild under Nick Nurse. However, the Clippers have emerged as a formidable contender because of the star-power that they possess.

The Clippers are scheduled to play against the Orlando Magic in their fourth game of the season later tonight. With the recent blockbuster acquisition of Harden, fans are eager to witness his debut with the team.

Will Harden play for the Clippers tonight?

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The Clippers traded away Marcus Morris, Nic Batum, Robert Covington, Kenyon Martin Jr., and draft picks for James Harden and PJ Tucker. The trade makes them instant title favorites and gives Harden the best opportunity to win his first ring. They have started the season in decent form, winning two games out of three. They play the Magic at the Crypto.com Arena later tonight.

But, their newest recruit, Harden, won’t play the game because the move happened too late for tonight’s game.

The Clippers are dealing with additional injury concerns, with key players like Zubac and Powell listed as doubtful for the upcoming game. 27-year-old guard Terence Mann will also miss the game due to an ankle injury. The Clippers will aim to secure another victory, as Harden is expected to be on the sidelines during the game.

When and where to watch the Clippers vs Magic?

Fans can watch most games on NBA TV and they would also have to subscribe to the NBA League Pass. The cost of a subscription would be $14.99 per month and there is also an NBA League Pass premium, which would cost $22.99 per month. If you buy either of these plans directly on NBA.com, you’ll also get NBA TV at no extra cost.

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Streaming services are another avenue through which fans can watch the NBA. DirecTV Stream’s choice package allows you access to ESPN, ABC, TNT, and NBA TV, letting you watch almost every NBA game live for $99.99 a month. A more affordable option is Sling. With Sling Orange+Blue, fans can have access to ESPN, ABC, and TV streams at just $55 dollars per month.

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The game begins at 10:30 PM, Eastern Time at the Crypto.com Center in Los Angeles. Another intriguing matchup between the Suns and Spurs begins at 10:00 PM, Eastern Time.

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