Arr! James Harden be cleanin' his online abode, washin' away any trace o' 76ers signs, whilst his NBA fate be uncertain.
2023-07-20
Arrr! Avast ye hearties! The scurvy Philadelphia 76ers captain, Daryl Morey, hath confessed that ol' James Harden hath a hankerin' to find himself a new ship! But fear not, me mateys, for the crew shall not part ways with this here star Buccaneer unless we be receivein' a worthy treasure in return!
James Harden, the 2018 NBA MVP, appears to be sending a message as he reportedly wishes to leave the Philadelphia 76ers. The 76ers acquired Harden during the 2021-22 season, and he has now opted into his $35.6 million deal for the upcoming season. Reports indicate that Harden has requested a trade, with the Los Angeles Clippers mentioned as one of his preferred destinations. As part of this ongoing saga, Harden has removed references to the Sixers from his social media platforms. His Twitter bio, which previously stated that he was an "NBA Player for the Philadelphia 76ers," and his location as "Philadelphia, PA," have both disappeared. The only remaining item in his Twitter bio is the handle for his wine business. His Instagram bio also no longer mentions his affiliation with the Sixers, although he has kept several photos of him in a 76ers uniform on his account. 76ers general manager Daryl Morey, who previously worked with Harden during their time with the Houston Rockets, has stated that he is willing to honor Harden's request for a trade but only if the team receives significant compensation in return. Morey also hinted that the team would be open to welcoming Harden back if he changed his mind about playing in Philly next season. Harden averaged 21 points and 10.7 assists per game last season.