James Harden hasn’t been a distraction for the Sixers yet, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski (video link), but that’s predicated on whether the front office continues to seek a trade. Wojnarowski provided an update on the Harden situation on NBA Countdown.
“I think what they have found out so far is that as long as James Harden believes that the Sixers and worked toward, and engaged in finding him a trade, specifically to the Clippers, he’s going to be engaged,” Wojnarowski said. “If James Harden loses that hope, that they are not engaged, that they are not serious about trading him, specifically again to L.A., that’s when they may have more problems with Harden.”
We have more from the Eastern Conference:
- The Knicks’ Josh Hart will see more action at power forward with Obi Toppin traded to Indiana and Hart is fine with that, Fred Katz of The Athletic writes. “I’m whatever we need, man,” Hart said. “I (would bring) the ball up last year. You’ve seen there’s times when I’m setting screens, rolling. I’m guarding point guards, shooting guards, small forwards, power forwards. It’s just a little whatever they need.”
- Raptors coach Darko Rajakovic didn’t put first-round pick Gradey Dick into the team’s preseason game on Sunday until the late going. Rajakovic says Dick has work to do before he challenges for a rotation spot, according to Eric Koreen of The Athletic. “There is no skipping steps there,” Rajaković said. “He needs to do his job in the weight room. He’s already doing a great job and is very compliant. But it just takes time. You know, you cannot be 22 before you’re 19. And for him, he’s going to take a second to get there.”
- Immanuel Quickley, who is eligible for a rookie scale extension during training camp, says he put in extensive work with trainer Reese Whitely during the offseason to prepare for the season, according to Stefan Bondy of the New York Post. “I feel like I got a lot stronger, locking in with my guy Reese back in Miami, we pretty much went like five days a week, taking care of my body, lifting, eating right, stronger and just pretty much every facet,” the Knicks guard said.
James Harden is a Liar, He will play for a Morey team.
Morey did the tear down in Houston. Harden did not ask for that. Harden did not ask for the Kyrie Drama in NJ. He gave up salary for the 76er’s to have a bench last year hoping it was told he would get paid. He was not given a fair extension so he wants to go to a true winning organization. I don’t blame him. He is the perfect fit for the Clips to get there Chip.
He didn’t ask for it? He’s a player. Not an owner. If he didn’t wanna play for Philly coz of morey then he shouldn’t have picked up his player option. He should’ve become a free agent and sign with the clippers.
A fair extension? He was looking for a max contract which he is not worth anymore.
He didn’t want the Kyrie drama in Brooklyn? Yet it was ok for him to do all the drama in Houston before hand and now with the drama in Philly?
The players need to stop dictating or try to dictate what they want the owners to do. And play.
He gave up money so his boy PJ Tucker could get paid 1 last time. He did PJ a favor, not the Sixers. Probably Daniel House too, idk if they are tight like that tho. But that money Harden gave up went to those 2 dudes.
Hart(who cannot read), Fournier and a pick for Harden
Knicks say no
So do the Sixers.
Darko needs to realize he’s not in Europe any longer. Talking about team building/ player development in terms of concepts like this (players earning roles and time on the merits) are sure to incur the wrath of the TOR chapter of 2k nation. In their world, having to earn it means not being given a chance.
I really wonder what they will do with Quickley. If you sign him. Then you can’t trade him till later. I’m thinking he’s gone early. Surprised to still see him still here. Quickley can start for someone. With Jalen here. I just don’t see a place for him.
Considering Bulls issues at PG. I just don’t get why they aren’t going after DeM DeR …..
Considering Bulls issues at PG. I just don’t get why they aren’t going after DeM DeR …..
You cannot read either coming from a Knicks fan
I didn’t write this. This was that New Yorkers post
Ayo title