James Harden Joins LA Clippers In Blockbuster Trade After Contentious Breakup with 76ers

Coach Tyronn Lue confident in Harden alongside Leonard, George, and Westbrook; Sixers receive several players and draft picks in exchange.

Following a contentious breakup with Philadelphia 76ers, James Harden has been traded to the LA Clippers in a blockbuster deal. Harden, a three-time NBA scoring champion is expected to boost the Clippers' performance with his dynamic abilities in shooting and playmaking.
Clippers' coach Tyronn Lue believes that with Harden alongside players like Leonard, George, and Westbrook, the team may become a prime contender for upcoming NBA titles. He emphasized that sacrifice from all players will play a key role in their pursuit of the championship.
In return for Harden, the Sixers received several players including Robert Covington, Marcus Morris, KJ Martin, and Nic Batum, and draft picks. This decision follows Harden's trade request and subsequent conflict with the team's management.
76ers president of basketball operations, Daryl Morey, who has a long-standing relationship with Harden, spoke about healing with time, expressing confidence that both parties will move on to achieve their respective goals.
Despite the fallout with Harden, Morey chose to retain a life-size portrait of the player in his home, highlighting the significant impact Harden had on both his personal and professional life.