The future of James Harden been talking a lot for several months. For what ? Because of the persistent rumor of a return to the Houston Rockets. Under contract to the Philadelphia Sixers, the rear has the possibility of finding himself on the market this summer by declining his “player option”.
And in recent weeks, hallway rumors have announced a “mutual interest” between Harden and the Texans. Without panicking, the Sixers, through Daryl Moreycalmed things down. However, according to information from The Athletica return of the 33-year-old player to Houston embodies a very serious possibility.
First of all, the Rockets have every intention of giving it a go. Texas leaders want a leader to mentor a very young group. And with his history in Houston, the Los Angeles native finds himself seen as the ideal player.
Then, for his part, Harden likes this idea! Despite a spoiled end with this request for a trade for the Brooklyn Nets, he remains particularly attached to this formation and this city. For the end of his career, he would see himself well in Houston.
On this issue, Philadelphia still wants to be confident for two reasons. The 76ers offer him the chance to play for the title, but can also offer him a bigger contract. It’s up to James Harden to decide…
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