Harden Already Has Problems With New Clippers Teammate
After months of speculation, Harden was finally traded to the Los Angeles Clippers. However, not all of his new teammates seem thrilled with the addition of the former MVP. Clippers player Terance Mann was caught on video appearing unhappy as Harden joined the Clippers' locker room for the first time last week.
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Trade Speculation
consideration until the Clippers made an offer for Harden last month. Philadelphia initially rejected this offer, and it was reported that the reasoning was that the Clippers were unwilling to include Terance Mann in the deal. Eventually, the 76ers accepted the offer in exchange for extra draft assets instead, which they are looking to immediately swap for another star player.
The Clippers are sending the Sixers a 2028 unprotected first-round pick, two second-round picks and a pick swap, sources tell ESPN. The Clippers are also routing the 76ers an additional future first-round pick from a third team. Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) October 31, 2023
Ultimately, now Mann and Harden will both play for the Clippers. However, Mann still seemed upset over the situation, with many speculating that it could be due to almost getting traded away, while others attribute it to Mann looking like he will lose NBA game time, as Harden is set to take up a larger portion of the rotation.
He knows 😂 pic.twitter.com/E0KWVi5j1B Ontwerp ♥️ Memecoin (@ontwerpy) November 1, 2023
Crap there goes my minutes 🤣 Jesus Barajas (@JesusBa17929360) November 1, 2023
wondering he might be included in a package next season with harden🧁 Adolfo (@adolfo5349) November 1, 2023
Harden Reunites With Westbrook
Not all of Harden's new teammates looked as unhappy as Mann; in fact, his former teammate, Russell Westbrook, was seen smiling and hugging Harden, as the two have now paired up on their third team in their careers.
Both Harden and Westbrook were drafted by the Oklahoma City Thunder and even went to an NBA Finals together in 2012. Additionally, they teamed up on the Houston Rockets several years later, and now, as they team together for what will likely be the final time in their careers, both players are looking to return to an NBA Finals in hopes of winning their very first championships.
James harden and Westbrook to unite again at Clippers.
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James Harden and Russell Westbrook reunite 🤝🏽 pic.twitter.com/EBA3clkbZX Tomer Azarly (@TomerAzarly) November 1, 2023
Harden's Last Chance
While the reason for Mann's frown is subject to speculation, many believe it could be due to Harden's reputation over recent years. Harden hasn't been known to be a great locker room presence during the past few seasons and has publicly quit on his last three teams.
Harden has played with incredible players over the last few seasons, including Durant, Irving, and Joel Embiid. With that level of talent, many believe Harden has underachieved thus far. Now, reuniting with Westbrook and joining Paul George and Kawhi Leonard, Harden is on yet another stacked team with championship aspirations.
James Harden's best teammates in his Career
Chris Paul
Kevin Durant
Kyrie Irving
Russell Westbrook
Joel Emiid
Yet he has 0 rings and hasn't made the finals since 2012 pic.twitter.com/EOEW7sJp0x NBA World (@NBAW0RLD24) May 13, 2022
At 34 years old, we aren't sure how many more years we will see Harden play, so this may indeed be his final chance to win a championship. Hopefully, he can lock in and prove he is capable of playing alongside other stars and help the Clippers succeed this season. Since the Harden trade, the Clippers have become the seventh favorites to win the NBA Championship.
Updated NBA championship odds per @betonline_ag pic.twitter.com/RwAFX4rk0J Adam Zagoria (@AdamZagoria) November 1, 2023
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