James Harden Reveals Broken Promises and Disrespect Led to 76ers Exit

Harden claims he was promised a max contract by Daryl Morey, but was left feeling disrespected when the offer did not materialize, leading to his trade to the Clippers.

• James Harden reveals that he was promised a max contract by Daryl Morey before last season's playoffs, but communication was cut off after the Sixers were eliminated, leading to Harden's trade request.
• Harden states that he sacrificed money to join the 76ers with the hope of retiring with the team, but felt disrespected when the promised contract did not materialize.
• Harden's relationship with Morey, which he compares to a marriage, deteriorated publicly, leading to Harden being fined $100,000 for his public remarks.
• Harden opted into his $35.6 million player option for this season and asked for a trade because he believed Morey and the 76ers were going to offer him just a two-year deal with a team option, instead of a larger extension.
• Harden was eventually moved to the Clippers, where he is pursuing the first championship of his career alongside Kawhi Leonard, Paul George and Russell Westbrook.

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