The NBA 2023-24 Season is approaching, and the Los Angeles Clippers haven’t acquired James Harden yet. Furthermore, there are no ongoing Harden trade talks between the Clippers and Philadelphia 76ers.
If the Clippers do not acquire Harden, which team could potentially acquire the bearded star? Here are the 3 dark suitors for the Sixers’ star guard that could emerge as potential traders!
James Harden’s Move to Clippers Hits a Wall, What’s Next for the Star Player?
James Harden requested his trade to the Clippers in June 2023. However, the trade talks have been paused, and there are no further developments on Harden’s trade request.
This is because the Clippers do not want to send Terance Mann to the Sixers. The Sixers have specifically mentioned that they want to acquire Mann in the Harden trade deal.
Moreover, the Sixers have mentioned that if the Clippers do not want to send Mann, they would like to receive some valuable first-round draft picks, swap picks, and expiring contracts as well, which the Clippers have clearly refused to offer.
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The Clippers have not shown seriousness in acquiring Harden, which is the reason the general manager of the Sixers, Daryl Morey, has called the organization “unserious” for not trading Mann and not offering the right deal in return.
However, there is a reason why the Clippers do not want to lose quality assets and players for James Harden. The Sixers’ star guard value is at an all-time low, and no team, for so long time, has emerged as a potential trader for Harden.
But if the Clippers decided to let go Harden trade deal, then there are 3 more teams that could potentially acquire Harden for a good price. Have a look at them!
3 Dark Suitors for James Harden
Here are the 3 NBA teams that could potentially acquire the Sixers’ All-Star.
1. Golden State Warriors
The Warriors could emerge as a potential suitor for James Harden as they have Chris Paul, who is on an expiring contract, and they are not likely to extend him further.
On top of that, Klay Thompson is likely to announce his departure after the latest NBA rumors suggest that the Warriors may not extend him in the next season.
2. New Orleans Pelicans
The Pelicans want to run for the title in the NBA 2023-24 Season, but they do not have the right offense to contend the season. Harden could be the right fit, as he is an elite defense wing.
3. Chicago Bulls
The Chicago Bulls are not in a state to win the upcoming title, but they at least want to contend the season. They could do this with the elite defender, James Harden.
Harden is one of the best passers which the Bulls lack on their roster. However, they are least likely to trade for Harden and instead go for a rebuild.
