James Harden Trade Rumors: Latest News, Updates With Talks For Rockets Star ‘Coming Fast’
Only nine games in the 2020-21 season, it looks like James Harden’s time in Houston is over.
Trade talks quickly escalated after Harden stepped onto the podium on Tuesday night after the Rockets’ loss to the Lakers and essentially put his trade request straight into the microphone.
“I love this city. I literally did everything I could,” said Harden. “I mean, this situation is crazy. It’s something that I don’t think can be fixed. Thank you.”
Now the Rockets appear determined to ship the eight-time All-Star ASAP. Which commercial suitor will land Harden? And how much will it cost to get it?
Sporting News will keep you updated on the latest rumors and speculation below.
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Rockets keep James Harden away until trade is over
Team: Houston rockets
Rumor: As the Rockets weigh the offers of the Nets and 76ers, Harden will stay away from the squad. Conversations with Brooklyn and Philadelphia had “momentum taken” even before Harden’s comments, and the process is “moving fast.”
Reported by: Adrian Wojnarowski and Ramona Shelburne
The nets prepare a commercial offer of monsters
Team: brooklyn nets
Rumor: The Nets’ package could feature four future first-round picks and three future trade picks. Brooklyn may be reluctant to mortgage so many future assets, however.
Reported by: Shams Charania and Sam Amick
Rockets suing 76ers trade package
Team: Philadelphia 76ers
Rumor: Houston wants 76ers rookie Tyrese Maxey with Ben Simmons, who has always been the center of any Philadelphia package. The 76ers are considered the favorites to acquire Harden as of Wednesday afternoon.
Reported by: Marc Stein
Rockets want Matisse Thybulle to trade with 76ers
Team: Philadelphia 76ers
Rumor: Along with Ben Simmons and Tyrese Maxey, the Rockets would also like 76ers guard Matisse Thybulle to be included in the Philadelphia trade package.
Reported by: Chris haynes
76ers trying to keep Tyrese Maxey out of the business
Team: Philadelphia 76ers
Rumor: The 76ers are trying to “round up other assets” to avoid trading Tyrese Maxey to the Rockets. The 20-year-old Kentucky goalie averages 11 points in his first 12 NBA games.
Reported by: Marc Stein
