We know it, James Harden wants to leave the Houston Rockets. From now on, the back is open to a departure as long as it finds itself sent to an NBA title contender. But since the beginning of this soap opera, two franchises are mentioned insistently to recover it: the Brooklyn Nets and the Philadelphia Sixers.
But on this file, the 76ers have always been clear: they have no intention of sacrificing Joel Embiid or Ben Simmons. And without the involvement of one of the two young talents in the deal, a deal with the Rockets just seems impossible.
Despite this reality, rumors continue to circulate. With in particular a possible trade of Simmons. But in front of the media, the Philadelphia coach Doc Rivers made a focus.
“Rumors, you don’t hear them from us. And as long as you don’t hear them from us, you should feel very quiet. We love our team. I can tell, from what I see, this team is special.
Rumors, none come from us “, insisted Doc Rivers facing the press.
Houston wants to convince James Harden to stay: bet paid or mission impossible?
However, a question may arise: Daryl Morey does he have the same vision? The boss of the 76ers, a former leader of the Rockets, loves James Harden. Will he not want to make an XXL movement to get it back? Even if it means sacrificing a player like Simmons?
Before the start of the season, the 76ers clearly intend to continue with the duo Joel Embiid – Ben Simmons. But will this plan endure if the results do not match the franchise’s ambitions? If James Harden stays in Houston, the Sixers may have to get used to the rumors …
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