James Harden wants to REUNITE with former MVP to form SUPER TEAM in LA
James Harden and Russell Westbrook may reunite in LA as the Beard demands a trade to the Clippers.
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James Harden has demanded a trade from the Philadelphia 76ers in yet another instance of his desire to seek new opportunities. Despite his talent and skill, Harden’s loyalty and trustworthiness have been called into question throughout his career. After two underwhelming seasons alongside Joel Embiid and the Sixers, Harden now expresses his interest in joining the Los Angeles Clippers, adding another twist to his tumultuous journey.
Harden has made a clear demand for a trade to the Clippers, aiming to create another formidable super team. Reports indicate that Harden seeks a reunion with Russell Westbrook, and his desire to join the Clippers has grown stronger since they re-signed the guard. A team composed of Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, Westbrook, and Harden would undoubtedly pose a challenge to the rest of the league, particularly the Western Conference.
James Harden and Russell Westbrook share a deep friendship and maintain a close bond with each other. Recent reports suggest that Harden is eager to reunite with Westbrook, giving their dynamic duo another chance. Their history dates back to their early careers with the Oklahoma City Thunder, where they played alongside each other and even reached the NBA Finals. However, Harden’s subsequent trade to the Houston Rockets interrupted their partnership.
The duo of Harden and Westbrook were reunited when the Rockets acquired Westbrook during the 2019 offseason, aiming to enhance accountability and productivity alongside Harden. Unfortunately, their partnership did not yield the desired results, leading to their separation after a single disappointing season. However, with Harden and his camp actively pursuing a trade to the Clippers, they have a renewed opportunity to rewrite their legacy and pursue their long-awaited championship aspirations
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Why did James Harden and Russell Westbrook part ways in 2020?
Numerous reports indicated that James Harden and Russell Westbrook faced challenges while playing together, resulting in an unhappy on-court dynamic. Their partnership failed to click, ultimately leading to a disappointing end to the Rockets’ season. Tensions between them reportedly escalated, resulting in intense but necessary verbal exchanges.
The Rockets’ playoff journey concluded with a gentleman’s sweep in the semifinals by the Los Angeles Lakers. Following this, it was Harden who demanded a trade, but it was Westbrook who was ultimately shipped to the Washington Wizards first.
According to Stephen A. Smith, there was a contrasting perspective on the reasons behind the breakup of the duo. Smith suggested that Westbrook’s unwillingness to play off the ball played a significant role.
If a trade were to bring Harden to the Clippers, they could potentially find themselves in a similar situation as before. This is because they would not be the only superstars on the team. With Paul George and Kawhi Leonard also in the mix, achieving team success would likely require one or more players to make significant statistical sacrifices.
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