76ers star James Harden 'is denied entry on to team plane by security and told he isn't traveling to season opener' forcing NBA to open investigation into possible player participation violation
1 year, 4 months ago

76ers star James Harden 'is denied entry on to team plane by security and told he isn't traveling to season opener' forcing NBA to open investigation into possible player participation violation

Daily Mail  

Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden was reportedly barred from traveling to the team's season opener at the Milwaukee Bucks by his own franchise. Harden arrived late to Philadelphia's training camp and only played in one preseason game Harden was reportedly taking care of matters in Houston when he left training camp last week. ESPN reported on Thursday that the NBA is investigating whether or not the 76ers leaving Harden behind is violating the league's new player participation policy. 'We are looking into the facts around James Harden's availability tonight to determine whether an approved reason exists for his lack of participation,' league spokesperson Michael Bass told ESPN.

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James Harden looks to fix ‘The System.’ Philadelphia return is his next chance
11 months, 3 weeks ago

James Harden looks to fix ‘The System.’ Philadelphia return is his next chance

New York Times  

Philadelphia crowds are well known for holding grudges with departed stars. From Harden’s contract opt-in and trade request to his calling Philadelphia 76ers president of basketball operations Daryl Morey a “liar” and finally being traded to the LA Clippers in late October, the when, where and what of the Harden-76ers saga was one of the dominant storylines of last NBA …

James Harden says he wants to ‘win at the highest level,’ plans to make Clippers debut vs. Knicks
1 year, 4 months ago

James Harden says he wants to ‘win at the highest level,’ plans to make Clippers debut vs. Knicks

New York Times  

PLAYA VISTA, Calif. — James Harden’s last game as a member of the Philadelphia 76ers was a Game 7 loss on the road to the Boston Celtics in the 2023 Eastern Conference semifinals. “I had a really good workout today,” Harden, a 10-time All-Star, said in front of an expanded media space at the Clippers training facility Thursday. Harden is …

REVEALED: James Harden being refused entry to 76ers team plane 'was the final straw' before his blockbuster trade to the Clippers... after offseason of unrest in Philadelphia
1 year, 4 months ago

REVEALED: James Harden being refused entry to 76ers team plane 'was the final straw' before his blockbuster trade to the Clippers... after offseason of unrest in Philadelphia

Daily Mail  

James Harden's relationship with the Philadelphia 76ers had been deteriorating for months, however the 'final straw' before his trade to the Los Angeles Clippers was not being included on the team flight to Milwaukee, according to ESPN. James Harden was reportedly refused entry to the 76ers plane - which was the 'final straw' Harden and PJ Tucker were traded to …

Philadelphia 76ers trade disgruntled guard James Harden to LA Clippers: Report
1 year, 4 months ago

Philadelphia 76ers trade disgruntled guard James Harden to LA Clippers: Report

Hindustan Times  

James Harden got his trade to the Clippers. Harden, who told the 76ers the Clippers were his preferred team from the moment he issued his offseason trade demand, now joins a loaded roster intent on making a title push. The 34-year-old Harden vowed he would never play for a franchise run by 76ers team president Daryl Morey and the disgruntled …

76ers trade disgruntled guard James Harden to Clippers, AP source says
1 year, 4 months ago

76ers trade disgruntled guard James Harden to Clippers, AP source says

Associated Press  

CAMDEN, N.J. — James Harden publicly called his boss a liar and swore he would never again play for the Philadelphia 76ers. Harden joins Kawhi Leonard, Paul George and Russell Westbrook to shape a core group of veterans trying to win the Los Angeles Clippers their first NBA title. “Everything’s been great.” Still, the longer the Harden melodrama lingered in …

James Harden 'is traded to Clippers'! Sixers 'send disgruntled guard to his preferred destination' after months of public feuding between former MVP and Philly executive Daryl Morey
1 year, 4 months ago

James Harden 'is traded to Clippers'! Sixers 'send disgruntled guard to his preferred destination' after months of public feuding between former MVP and Philly executive Daryl Morey

Daily Mail  

He previously demanded a trade, reportedly saying he wanted to be a Clipper Harden had yet to play for the Sixers this year after publicly slamming Morey James Harden has reportedly been traded by the Philadelphia 76ers to his desired destination: The Los Angeles Clippers. ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski revealed the agreement at 2am EST on Tuesday morning, effectively ending months …

NBA probing ‘facts’ around James Harden’s availability after 76ers guard ruled out for season opener
1 year, 5 months ago

NBA probing ‘facts’ around James Harden’s availability after 76ers guard ruled out for season opener

New York Times  

The NBA is “looking into the facts” around James Harden’s availability against the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday after the Philadelphia 76ers guard was ruled out for his team’s season opener. Here’s what you need to know: Harden’s absence raises questions regarding the implementation of the NBA’s new star rest policy, which states that teams must make star players available for …

James Harden a no-show at 76ers practice Wednesday: Sources
1 year, 5 months ago

James Harden a no-show at 76ers practice Wednesday: Sources

New York Times  

James Harden was a no-show at Philadelphia 76ers practice Wednesday, league sources said. GO DEEPER James Harden-76ers trade saga timeline Backstory League sources told The Athletic on Tuesday that Harden, 34, has not attended any of Philadelphia’s three preseason games and has only participated in one five-on-five live competition in the two weeks since training camp began. Tensions escalated that …

Clippers, 76ers remain engaged in James Harden trade talks: Sources
1 year, 5 months ago

Clippers, 76ers remain engaged in James Harden trade talks: Sources

New York Times  

The Los Angeles Clippers and the Philadelphia 76ers remain engaged in talks surrounding a trade for star guard James Harden a week ahead of the start of the regular season, league sources said. It’s been a turbulent offseason for Harden and the Sixers, during which he called president of basketball operations Daryl Morey a “liar” and vowed to “never be …

NBA: James Harden hasn’t changed tune about Philadelphia 76ers
1 year, 5 months ago

NBA: James Harden hasn’t changed tune about Philadelphia 76ers

The Hindu  

Philadelphia 76ers star James Harden remained steadfast that his fractured relationship with the front office can’t be repaired. It’s pretty simple.” Harden has been one of the league’s top players for the past decade, having won three scoring titles and the 2018 league MVP award. It’s all I can control.” Part of Harden’s complaint stems from his belief he should …

NBA: James Harden Will Play For Philadelphia 76ers Despite Ruptured Daryl Morey Relationship
1 year, 5 months ago

NBA: James Harden Will Play For Philadelphia 76ers Despite Ruptured Daryl Morey Relationship

News 18  

Philadelphia 76ers star guard James Harden said Friday his relationship with Sixers executive Daryl Morey cannot be repaired but he plans to play for the NBA club this coming season. And the front office didn’t have that in their future plans.” pic.twitter.com/YC7NPyoLvK— Kyle Neubeck October 13, 2023 Harden, the 2018 NBA Most Valuable Player and a 2012 Olympic gold medalist, …

James Harden insists his fractured relationship with Philadelphia 76ers chief Daryl Morey remains beyond repair: 'When you lose trust in someone... it's like a marriage'
1 year, 5 months ago

James Harden insists his fractured relationship with Philadelphia 76ers chief Daryl Morey remains beyond repair: 'When you lose trust in someone... it's like a marriage'

Daily Mail  

Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden did not hold back about his relationship with the team's president of basketball operations, Daryl Morey. In his first media appearance since entering camp, Harden said their differences cannot be resolved but insisted his plan 'is to play basketball.' 'When you lose trust in someone, it's like a marriage,' Harden said. James Harden insists his …

76ers star James Harden says he has ‘lost trust’ in Daryl Morey, front office
1 year, 5 months ago

76ers star James Harden says he has ‘lost trust’ in Daryl Morey, front office

Associated Press  

CAMDEN, N.J. — Philadelphia 76ers star James Harden remained steadfast that his fractured relationship with the front office can’t be repaired. It’s pretty simple.” Harden has been one of the league’s top players for the past decade, having won three scoring titles and the 2018 league MVP award. It’s all I can control.” Part of Harden’s complaint stems from his …

James Harden returns to Philadelphia 76ers’ training camp despite his trade request
1 year, 5 months ago

James Harden returns to Philadelphia 76ers’ training camp despite his trade request

Associated Press  

FORT COLLINS, Colo. — James Harden made his return to the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday for training camp. His new coach said he “looked good.” That’s about as much clarity as there is at the moment for the disgruntled guard who had been seeking a trade. “We’re going to get used to it because you’ll see us here in June.” …

Aldridge: 76ers don’t have a ton of options with James Harden; what’s a franchise to do (again)?
1 year, 5 months ago

Aldridge: 76ers don’t have a ton of options with James Harden; what’s a franchise to do (again)?

New York Times  

CAMDEN, N.J. — The Beard, still, does not abide. “I think I said this earlier this summer, and I think it stays the same — we’ll either move James for a player of a caliber that puts us, helps our championship contention or for draft picks and things like that, that will allow us to, in short order, go get …

Disgruntled Harden no-show at 76ers’ media day, training camp status unclear after trade demand
1 year, 5 months ago

Disgruntled Harden no-show at 76ers’ media day, training camp status unclear after trade demand

Associated Press  

CAMDEN, N.J. — James Harden skipped the Philadelphia 76ers’ media day and his status for training camp this week in Colorado is unclear because the franchise has yet to meet the disgruntled guard’s demand for a trade. “He continues to seek a trade and we’re working with his representation to resolve that in the best way for the 76ers and …

James Harden not with 76ers for media day as he awaits trade out of Philadelphia
1 year, 5 months ago

James Harden not with 76ers for media day as he awaits trade out of Philadelphia

New York Times  

By Shams Charania, David Aldridge and Mike Vorkunov James Harden is not at the Philadelphia 76ers’ training facility in Camden, N.J., for the team’s media day Monday as the 10-time NBA All-Star awaits a trade from the team, president of basketball operations Daryl Morey said. Morey said Harden continues to seek a trade and the Sixers are “working with his …

From James Harden to Giannis Antetokounmpo: NBA storylines to watch heading into a new season
1 year, 6 months ago

From James Harden to Giannis Antetokounmpo: NBA storylines to watch heading into a new season

New York Times  

Be careful what you wish for, NBA scribes. “I just don’t know how you can move forward.” But none of his public comments were as personal, or as pointed, as Harden’s mid-August declaration that Morey was a “liar.” Add in the relevant context about where Harden was when he strategically said it, as well as the long history of harmony …

James Harden fined USD 100,000 for public comments about status with 76ers
1 year, 7 months ago

James Harden fined USD 100,000 for public comments about status with 76ers

The Hindu  

The NBA has fined Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden $100,000 for public comments he made about his status with the team. Harden made public comments on August 14 and 17, saying he would not perform the services called for under his player contract unless he were traded to another team. READ: Bahamas stuns Argentina, moves closer to Paris Olympic basketball …

Why James Harden was fined $100K for his 76ers trade request when other players haven’t been
1 year, 7 months ago

Why James Harden was fined $100K for his 76ers trade request when other players haven’t been

New York Times  

The NBA fined Philadelphia 76ers star James Harden $100,000 for his public trade demands, the league said Tuesday. Here’s what you need to know: Harden reiterated his desire to not play for Philadelphia and called president of basketball operations Daryl Morey “a liar” during an Adidas marketing appearance on Aug. 14. The National Basketball Players Association said Tuesday it intends …

James Harden tells NBA investigators Daryl Morey said he’d trade guard ‘quickly’ after opt in: Sources
1 year, 7 months ago

James Harden tells NBA investigators Daryl Morey said he’d trade guard ‘quickly’ after opt in: Sources

New York Times  

As part of the NBA investigation into his “liar” comment, Philadelphia 76ers star James Harden told league investigators he was referring to president of basketball operations Daryl Morey telling Harden he will trade him “quickly” following the $35.6 million opt-in for the 2023-24 season, league sources confirmed. “Daryl Morey is a liar and I will never be a part of …

NBA investigating reasons behind Harden calling 76ers president Morey a liar, AP source says
1 year, 7 months ago

NBA investigating reasons behind Harden calling 76ers president Morey a liar, AP source says

Associated Press  

The NBA is investigating the reasons behind James Harden calling Philadelphia 76ers president Daryl Morey a liar, a person with knowledge of the details said Saturday. Harden picked up his $35.6 million contract option for next season in June, apparently with the hopes that the organization would then trade him. “Daryl Morey is a liar and I will never be …

NBA looking into James Harden’s ‘liar’ claims - reports
1 year, 7 months ago

NBA looking into James Harden’s ‘liar’ claims - reports

The Hindu  

Philadelphia 76ers star James Harden’s recent claim that team president Daryl Morey is a “liar” has reportedly drawn the league’s attention. “Daryl Morey is a liar, and I will never be a part of an organization that he’s a part of,” Harden said. “Let me say that again: Daryl Morey is a liar, and I will never be a part …

James Harden: Relationship with 76ers beyond repair
1 year, 7 months ago

James Harden: Relationship with 76ers beyond repair

The Hindu  

After calling Philadelhpia 76ers president of basketball operations Daryl Morey a “liar”, All-Star guard James Harden made it clear that he doesn’t intend to play in Philadelphia again. “I think so.” Harden has asked to be traded, but the 76ers ended trade talks involving Harden over the weekend after conversations with the Los Angeles Clippers were not fruitful, ESPN reported. …

Philadelphia 76ers All-Star James Harden is blamed by his former Rockets coach Kevin McHale for losing his job: 'He was fat... and I got fired'
1 year, 7 months ago

Philadelphia 76ers All-Star James Harden is blamed by his former Rockets coach Kevin McHale for losing his job: 'He was fat... and I got fired'

Daily Mail  

Philadelphia 76ers 10-time All-Star James Harden's name has landed in the headlines once again after he was ripped by his former Houston Rockets head coach Kevin McHale. The last chapter in this season's book of Harden trade drama saw him label 76ers president and general manager Daryl Morey a 'liar' and saying that he would 'never be part of an …

Kyrie Irving defends ex-teammate James Harden over Daryl Morey 'liar' remarks as he blasts the Sixers president over his 'dishonesty and lack of transparency'
1 year, 7 months ago

Kyrie Irving defends ex-teammate James Harden over Daryl Morey 'liar' remarks as he blasts the Sixers president over his 'dishonesty and lack of transparency'

Daily Mail  

Kyrie Irving defended his ex-teammate James Harden on Monday as he criticized Sixers president Daryl Morey over his 'dishonesty and lack of transparency' this offseason. Kyrie Irving and James Harden were briefly teammates together on the Brooklyn Nets 'Daryl Morey is a liar and I will never be a part of an organization that he's a part of,' Harden said …

'Daryl Morey is a Liar': James Harden Lashes Out at Philadelphia 76ers President
1 year, 7 months ago

'Daryl Morey is a Liar': James Harden Lashes Out at Philadelphia 76ers President

News 18  

James Harden appears determined to sever ties with the Philadelphia 76ers after the star guard called team president Daryl Morey a liar at a promotional event in China. “Daryl Morey is a liar and I will never be a part of an organization that he’s a part of,” Harden said at the event. “Let me say that again: Daryl Morey …

James Harden: 76ers president Daryl Morey ‘is a liar’
1 year, 7 months ago

James Harden: 76ers president Daryl Morey ‘is a liar’

The Hindu  

James Harden made his position on Philadelphia 76ers president Daryl Morey abundantly clear at an event in China with Adidas. “Daryl Morey is a liar and I will never be a part of an organization that he’s a part of,” Harden said. “Let me say that again: Daryl Morey is a liar and I will never be a part of …

James Harden calls 76ers President Daryl Morey a liar and says he won’t play for his team
1 year, 7 months ago

James Harden calls 76ers President Daryl Morey a liar and says he won’t play for his team

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — James Harden appears determined to sever ties with the Philadelphia 76ers after the star guard called team president Daryl Morey a liar at a promotional event in China. “Daryl Morey is a liar and I will never be a part of an organization that he’s a part of,” Harden said at the event. “Let me say that again: …

James Harden brands 76ers chief Daryl Morey a 'liar' and says he will 'never' be a part of his organization again after team 'ended trade talks' with LA Clippers
1 year, 7 months ago

James Harden brands 76ers chief Daryl Morey a 'liar' and says he will 'never' be a part of his organization again after team 'ended trade talks' with LA Clippers

Daily Mail  

Last week, however, it emerged that the Sixers had ended trade talks over him James Harden has been pushing to leave Philadelphia for the LA Clippers James Harden has sensationally branded 76ers president of basketball operations Daryl Morey a 'liar' and vowed never to be work for the same organization as him again as the guard's attempt to leave Philadelphia …

James Harden: ‘Daryl Morey is a liar and I will never be a part of an organization he’s a part of’
1 year, 7 months ago

James Harden: ‘Daryl Morey is a liar and I will never be a part of an organization he’s a part of’

New York Times  

Speaking at an event in China as part of a marketing tour for Adidas, 76ers star James Harden reiterated his desire is to not play for Philadelphia, at least as long as general manager Daryl Morey is there. “Daryl Morey is a liar and I will never be a part of an organization that he’s a part of,” Harden told …

Will Clippers resume trade talks with 76ers after James Harden calls Daryl Morey a ‘liar’?
1 year, 7 months ago

Will Clippers resume trade talks with 76ers after James Harden calls Daryl Morey a ‘liar’?

LA Times  

Philadelphia 76ers’ James Harden calls to teammates during Game 5 against the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference semifinals on May 9 in Boston. Months later, Harden called 76ers President Daryl Morey a liar after not being traded. Harden agreed to pick up his $36-million player option for this season, anticipating he’d join Kawhi Leonard and Paul George in L.A., …

Sixers stop James Harden trade talks, but he still doesn’t plan to report to camp: Sources
1 year, 7 months ago

Sixers stop James Harden trade talks, but he still doesn’t plan to report to camp: Sources

New York Times  

It’s déjà vu in Philly. In a situation that is reminiscent of the Ben Simmons saga two seasons ago, a team source confirmed to The Athletic that the Sixers have decided to end trade talks on disgruntled star James Harden and are now planning on him being in training camp late next month. No matter what signals the Sixers might …

Why James Harden’s reunion with Daryl Morey in Philadelphia went south and what’s next in their looming divorce
1 year, 8 months ago

Why James Harden’s reunion with Daryl Morey in Philadelphia went south and what’s next in their looming divorce

New York Times  

James Harden’s days in Philadelphia are unofficially over, with the Sixers star deciding on Thursday to opt into the $35.6 million option on his contract for next season en route to asking for a trade, as The Athletic’s Shams Charania first reported. Harden is, according to sources close to him, extremely upset at the way in which the Sixers handled …

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