, a potential trade involving Harden is unlikely if it means the Clippers have to give up Terance Mann and their future first-round draft picks. Should Harden leave the Sixers, there are concerns that reigning league MVP Joel Embiid may also consider leaving the franchise. Embiid, who averaged 33 points and 10 rebounds per game last season, has made it clear that his main goal is to win a championship before his career comes to an end. While he has built a strong relationship with the Sixers and the city of Philadelphia, he is willing to switch teams if it means having a better chance at achieving his dream. "I just want to win a championship. Whatever it takes," said Embiid during an appearance at the UNINTERRUPTED Film Festival. "I don't know where that's going to be, whether in Philly or anywhere else, I just want to have a chance to accomplish that." He added: 'I want to see what it feels like to win that first one, and then you think about the next one. It's not easy. It takes more than one, two, three guys. You've got to have good people around you. Myself, every single day, I work hard to be at that level so I can produce and make it happen." The Sixers recently named Nick Nurse as their new coach, following their el){kind=link}
James Harden has made it clear that he wishes to leave the Philadelphia 76ers with the Los Angeles Clippers showing an interest in acquiring the former NBA MVP
James Harden, the former NBA MVP, has expressed his desire to leave the Philadelphia 76ers, but his preferred destination of the Los Angeles Clippers seems unlikely.
The 33-year-old has been the subject of much speculation in recent weeks, with trade talks swirling around him. However, the Sixers are considering the option of keeping Harden and letting him fulfill the remaining year of his contract.
The Clippers have reportedly shown interest in acquiring Harden, and the player himself is keen to return to his native Los Angeles. However, according to Sports Illustrated (via the Express US), a potential trade involving Harden is unlikely if it means the Clippers have to give up Terance Mann and their future first-round draft picks.
Should Harden leave the Sixers, there are concerns that reigning league MVP Joel Embiid may also consider leaving the franchise. Embiid, who averaged 33 points and 10 rebounds per game last season, has made it clear that his main goal is to win a championship before his career comes to an end.