“He belongs in a stripclub, he s**ks” – Kendrick Perkins claims ‘old superstar’ James Harden will be out of the league, NBA fans agree
James Harden's NBA future in question, warns Kendrick Perkins.
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In a recent episode of ESPN’s NBA Today, former NBA player and current analyst Kendrick Perkins delivered a candid warning about the potential downfall of 10-time All-Star James Harden. As the league welcomes a new era dominated by young talent, the veteran’s position might be at stake if he fails to resolve his ongoing disputes, particularly with the Philadelphia 76ers’ president, Daryl Morey.
Harden’s criticism of Morey was sparked by the 76ers’ refusal to offer him a maximum-level contract. Despite choosing to exercise his player option for the upcoming season, the 34-year-old guard has been open about wanting to be traded. Although Morey suggested that Harden might be kept if a suitable trade did not materialize, tensions between the two still exist.
In his remarks, Perkins emphasized the potential consequences of Harden’s actions. “You went and criticized a guy, a friend that values you more than anybody in the league. James Harden has everything to lose, and if he’s not careful, he could possibly be out of the league after next year.” Highlighting Harden’s track record of dissatisfaction, Perkins continued, “You can’t trust him. He’s been disgruntled in the last four out of five years. …The NBA doesn’t need him. … They move on from old superstars. They have a bunch of young superstars coming in every single year that can replace him.”
Despite producing notable statistics in the past season, averaging 21.0 points, 10.7 assists, 6.1 rebounds, 1.2 steals, and 0.5 blocks per game, Harden’s reputation in the NBA could be at risk if his continuous conflicts persist.
NBA Fans agree with Kendrick Perkins
The NBA community, especially the fans, seems to be agreeing Perkins’ sentiments. The former NBA player’s views resonate with many who have been following Harden’s career closely.
One fan tweeted: “He belongs in a strip club, he s**ks”. Many fans feel that Harden’s recent behaviors overshadow his on-court ability. Another fan commented “He should have been out of the league years ago but some teams care more about selling tickets than they do winning.”
The divide between team loyalty and player admiration is becoming more evident, with fans seemingly running out of patience. Harden’s recent actions have started to overshadow his undeniable skills, leading fans to question his future in the NBA. Will Harden find a way to rebuild relations and focus on the game, or will his off-court troubles signal the end of an otherwise successful career? Only time will tell.
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