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 his possible free agency and has made his dissatisfaction clear to the organization. But in recent weeks and days, sources say, all indications on Harden’s side pointed to the Sixers forcing him to test the market before they would make an offer of any kind. Sources say the Rockets — with a first-year coach in Ime Udoka, a cadre of young prospects and $64 million in salary cap space to spend — had already chosen not to pursue Harden in free agency in recent weeks and thus eliminated another of his top options.

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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 unplugged: On Sixers/Daryl Morey divorce, early LA Clippers days and more
1 year, 3 months ago

James Harden unplugged: On Sixers/Daryl Morey divorce, early LA Clippers days and more

New York Times  

SAN FRANCISCO — James Harden is weighing his options again. Tucker put it, “There’s not enough basketballs on the planet for this team, really.” They lost their first five games with Harden before winning five of the next eight. James Harden’s tenure in LA started with five losses in a row but things improved shortly thereafter. To Harden’s point, he …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

NBA probing ‘facts’ around James Harden’s availability after 76ers guard ruled out for season opener
1 year, 4 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 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 …

Why is James Harden suddenly playing ball with the Sixers?
1 year, 5 months ago

Why is James Harden suddenly playing ball with the Sixers?

New York Times  

FORT COLLINS, Colo. — When James Harden left the Moby Arena practice floor after his second day of training camp practice on Thursday, it was only fitting that the man who has drawn so much ire from the Philadelphia 76ers star for all these months, president of basketball operations Daryl Morey, was on his way in. GO DEEPER The 76ers …

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.” …

James Harden joins 76ers after turbulent offseason, but what comes next?
1 year, 5 months ago

James Harden joins 76ers after turbulent offseason, but what comes next?

New York Times  

FORT COLLINS, Colo. — James Harden is back with the Philadelphia 76ers — for now. After calling Sixers president of basketball operations Daryl Morey a “liar” and vowing to “never be a part of an organization that he’s a part of” in mid-August, the 34-year-old former MVP, who wants to be traded to the Clippers, returned to the floor with …

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 …

Joel Embiid’s 76ers — with or without James Harden — still have title hopes and ‘a job to do’
1 year, 5 months ago

Joel Embiid’s 76ers — with or without James Harden — still have title hopes and ‘a job to do’

New York Times  

CAMDEN, N.J. — There were two mysteries to attend to as the Philadelphia 76ers paraded in front of assembled media at their training facility Monday. If Harden had stayed put all summer, then it seemed unlikely Morey, the Sixers’ president of basketball operations, would surprise everyone with a trade announcement right before he took to the microphone Monday. Experience is …

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 …

James Harden-76ers trade saga timeline: Explaining his trade to Clippers, tension with Daryl Morey
1 year, 5 months ago

James Harden-76ers trade saga timeline: Explaining his trade to Clippers, tension with Daryl Morey

New York Times  

James Harden is no stranger to dramatic moves, but his exit from the Philadelphia 76ers became his most contentious trade saga yet. GO DEEPER Why James Harden's reunion with Daryl Morey in Philadelphia went south July 18, 2023: Sixers need right return for Harden, Morey says Morey says in a local radio interview that he is trying to honor Harden’s …

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 is welcomed to return to Sixers by teammate Tyrese Maxey in spite of his recent trade demand and criticism of exec Daryl Morey: 'If he comes back, nobody would be upset'
1 year, 6 months ago

James Harden is welcomed to return to Sixers by teammate Tyrese Maxey in spite of his recent trade demand and criticism of exec Daryl Morey: 'If he comes back, nobody would be upset'

Daily Mail  

James Harden is welcome to return to the Philadelphia 76ers this season in spite of his deteriorating relationship with the front office, according to backcourt mate Tyrese Maxey. Harden has been at odds with the 76ers front office and Daryl Morey, the team's president of basketball operations who acquired the former MVP in a trade with Brooklyn in 2022. 'Daryl …

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 …

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 …

James Harden 'now set to STAY in Philadelphia' as 76ers 'end trade talks' and prepare for him to be in camp for new season
1 year, 7 months ago

James Harden 'now set to STAY in Philadelphia' as 76ers 'end trade talks' and prepare for him to be in camp for new season

Daily Mail  

Harden requested a trade from Philly upon opting into the last year of his deal The Philadelphia 76ers have ended trade talks in regard to seven-time All-NBA guard James Harden according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. Things may not go as the 76ers hierarchy are hoping however as Harden currently has no plans to attend training camp following the full stoppage …

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 …

Is James Harden staying with the 76ers? Plus, motivating the youth
1 year, 8 months ago

Is James Harden staying with the 76ers? Plus, motivating the youth

New York Times  

This is the digital version of The Bounce newsletter. There has been so much focus on Damian Lillard and where he might go and what his new single released late last night might say that it seems like we’ve kind of collectively forgotten about James Harden and his trade status. Sam Amick’s latest from Las Vegas provided an update on …

Sixers' Joel Embiid hopes that James Harden's 'mindset can be changed'
1 year, 8 months ago

Sixers' Joel Embiid hopes that James Harden's 'mindset can be changed'

Daily Mail  

Joel Embiid said he was 'disappointed' when he learned that his Philadelphia 76ers teammate James Harden wanted to leave the team. Embiid told Showtime's Rachel Nichols at the NBA Summer League Party in Las Vegas on Saturday that he would remain friends with Harden, as he understood that the move was a business decision. 'People make decisions and I'm more …

76ers’ James Harden hires ex-Adidas executive Troy Payne as first full-time agent since 2017
2 years, 1 month ago

76ers’ James Harden hires ex-Adidas executive Troy Payne as first full-time agent since 2017

New York Times  

Philadelphia 76ers star James Harden will be represented by Troy Payne, a former Adidas executive who is partnering with agents Mike Silverman and Brandon Grier to lead Equity Basketball. For Harden, the new representation marks his first full-time agency partnership since 2017, when his then-agent Rob Pelinka left the space to become the general manager of the Los Angeles Lakers. …

NBA: James Harden agrees to two-year, $68.6 million deal to stay with Sixers
2 years, 8 months ago

NBA: James Harden agrees to two-year, $68.6 million deal to stay with Sixers

Firstpost  

Harden will reportedly make $33 million in the 2022-23 season in the deal that also includes a $35.6 million player option for 2023-24. Washington: NBA star James Harden has agreed to a two-year, $68.6 million deal to remain with the Philadelphia 76ers, league sources told the Philadelphia Inquirer on Wednesday. The newspaper was just one of the US media outlets …

What would James Harden’s new 2-year contract mean for him and Sixers?
2 years, 8 months ago

What would James Harden’s new 2-year contract mean for him and Sixers?

New York Times  

LAS VEGAS — The sequencing of the Sixers offseason has been a bit unorthodox due to some salary-cap gymnastics, but over a week into NBA free agency, the most important move is coming closer into focus. But according to The Athletic’s Shams Charania, Harden, 32, plans to sign a contract in the neighborhood of $32 million per season for the …

The Sixers still want James Harden. Here’s what that move might entail, why it makes sense and how it gets complicated
3 years, 1 month ago

The Sixers still want James Harden. Here’s what that move might entail, why it makes sense and how it gets complicated

New York Times  

The calendar hasn’t even hit February and NBA free agency rumors already abound, none more so than a reunion between James Harden and his former general manager, Daryl Morey. Simmons could still be moved, but it would take a star of Harden’s caliber or an offer that blows Philly away to move on from its franchise player. Philly vs. Brooklyn …

With Ben Simmons-James Harden trade a hope worth waiting for, sources say Sixers prefer a summer deal
3 years, 1 month ago

With Ben Simmons-James Harden trade a hope worth waiting for, sources say Sixers prefer a summer deal

New York Times  

With the NBA trade deadline just over two weeks away, rival teams interested in three-time All-Star Ben Simmons believe Philadelphia 76ers President of Basketball Operations Daryl Morey has his sights set on a bigger target in the summertime: Brooklyn Nets star James Harden. But multiple sources, including people with direct knowledge of the team’s thinking and also from rival teams …

Inside the final days of the James Harden era with the Houston Rockets
4 years, 2 months ago

Inside the final days of the James Harden era with the Houston Rockets

New York Times  

In many ways, the Houston Rockets team meeting in the tense Toyota Center locker room after a second consecutive blowout loss to the Lakers last Tuesday was the perfect encapsulation of the emotional roller coaster that had been the start of their 2020-21 season. “You want your best player to be here and there’s a short window.” Silas didn’t know …

Sixers didn’t trade for James Harden. Did they miss a unique opportunity?
4 years, 2 months ago

Sixers didn’t trade for James Harden. Did they miss a unique opportunity?

New York Times  

Just in the past four months, the Sixers have undergone major change at every level of the organization below ownership. There was only one area that remained unchanged: The Sixers’ two All-Stars, Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons. Ben Simmons and the current Sixers How does Simmons personally react to the knowledge that the Sixers’ new lead executive was willing to …

Beyond counseling: Why James Harden and the Rockets are on the verge of divorce
4 years, 4 months ago

Beyond counseling: Why James Harden and the Rockets are on the verge of divorce

New York Times  

To understand why the rapidly deteriorating situation between the Houston Rockets and James Harden is confusing and simple at the same time, you must go back to its origins. When Presti could only go so far and no further with Harden, it forced Harden’s hand to find a better situation elsewhere — which he did, with the help of Daryl …

Daryl Morey’s hiring not only gives the Sixers experience, it gives them hope
4 years, 4 months ago

Daryl Morey’s hiring not only gives the Sixers experience, it gives them hope

New York Times  

The last time the Philadelphia 76ers hired a lead basketball decision-maker with no direct ties to the organization was May 10, 2013. The Sixers had also pursued Morey in the 2018 offseason after Bryan Colangelo’s burner Twitter account scandal left them without a head of basketball ops. Morey’s Rockets history When he arrived in Houston in 2006, the Rockets were …

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