Los Angeles Clippers fans will have to stop dreaming about the possibility of seeing James Harden on their team alongside Kawhi Leonard, Paul George and Russell Westbrook, at least for the moment.
According to the respected NBA analyst on ESPN, Brian Windhorst, from NBA Rumors, the Clippers have taken a step back in their attempt to acquire the Philadelphia 76ers star player, and it seems that there are no immediate plans to rekindle trade talks.
Windhorst shared the news in one of his most recent reports, revealing that the Clippers had made efforts to finalize a deal for James Harden, but ultimately opted to abandon negotiations. In his words: “The Clippers tried to negotiate for James Harden, and the deal fell through. And from what I understand, it was the Clippers who said, ‘Okay, no deal. Let’s move on.'”
This decision marks a significant turn in the search for reinforcements by the Clippers, who have been looking to strengthen their roster and compete at a higher level in the NBA if injuries allow. The prospect of adding James Harden, a former NBA MVP and one of the league’s leading scorers, would have been a game-changer for the Los Angeles team.
The door, ajar
Despite this setback, Windhorst also left open the possibility that talks could resume in the future. “And while they certainly could come to an agreement mid-season, I’m assuming this is what they’re going to do,” she said. This statement suggests that the Clippers could reconsider their position in the future if circumstances change or new opportunities arise.
Meanwhile, James Harden will continue to be a fundamental piece of the Sixers, a team that is determined to find the trade agreement that best meets its interests. Harden remains on an already talented roster that includes Joel Embiid, forming a dynamic duo that continues to aspire to compete for the NBA championship in the upcoming season.
2023-09-17 16:00:00
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