?This Will Get Ugly?: NBA Executive Provides Worrisome News for James Harden and 76ers, Amid Clippers?Trade?Talks

James Harden is one of the most talked about superstars this off-season. Not only because of his trade rumors, but of his tantrums lately. However, till now, the James Harden trade scandal remains one of the most mysterious tales in the NBA. While talk regarding the former MVP’s future has been widespread, new speculations about the trade have ramped up the heat.

An NBA executive has revealed some information regarding Harden’s trade. There, without mentioning the team, he has explained how Harden can get out of the mess he’s created.

NBA executives speculation regards Harden’s trade

Harden didn’t mince words while addressing Daryl Morey, president of basketball operations for the Philadelphia 76ers, last month. His words fueled the already raging trade rumors, and it looked like Harden would be leaving the 76ers soon. However, NBA sources agreed Morey was holding out for a deal that would bring back a star player or the pieces needed to form a championship contender.

An Eastern Conference executive said, “I don’t think [Morey] wants to trade him, and I don’t know if someone is willing to give enough for him to move him. He has to win this year, so it’s only a trade that helps you do that. And what other team is doing that?”?

The ambition to win a championship is likely behind Morey’s hesitation to split ways with Harden. However, as the offseason develops, some Western Conference executives are beginning to speculate about the future of the prolific scorer. One West Executive hinted that “This will get ugly enough to where James gets himself out of there.”

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The Los Angeles Clippers have been mentioned as a possible landing destination for Harden in recent negotiations. Even Harden has shown his interest and inclination toward the franchise. As the Clippers have championship ambitions, they may benefit greatly from Harden’s scoring and playmaking ability. While the route to reaching an agreement can be difficult, there is a possibility that has sparked interest.

Does Harden have a chance of landing a Clippers deal?

When he sought a trade from the 76ers in June, Harden’s desired destination was the Clippers. The 76ers had discussed potential trade alternatives with the New York Knicks, but nothing significant came of it. However, the drama of James Harden’s trade took an unexpected turn when it was revealed that the Philadelphia 76ers opted to end talks with the Los Angeles Clippers over the superstar. On The Hoop Collective Podcast, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst revealed while the Clippers sought to acquire Harden, the 76ers eventually ended the discussions.

With the Clippers calling off trade talks, James Harden, a 10x?All-Star, will remain with the Philadelphia 76ers for the time being. As the NBA season is approaching, the superstar’s future remains an issue of speculation. The 76ers’ season begins on October 26 against the Milwaukee Bucks, and fans will be waiting to see how the Harden issue plays out.

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