[Saba Sports News] James Harden’s unexplained absence from the Philadelphia 76ers’ practice on Wednesday has now been clarified as a result of his apparent disappointment. According to reports by FS1’s Nick Wright, Harden was disheartened by the Los Angeles Clippers’ rejection of the Sixers’ recent trade proposal involving him.
Wright stated that the Sixers had offered Harden in exchange for a first-round pick, a pick swap, and Terrance Mann, but the Clippers reportedly turned down the offer. Harden has been actively pursuing a trade to the Clippers throughout the offseason. While he has primarily attended 76ers’ camp to avoid fines, his active participation has been limited to just one workout. The Sixers are reportedly deliberating potential consequences for the three-time scoring champion.
Harden has publicly expressed his commitment to playing for the 76ers even if a trade doesn’t materialize, but it’s evident that he is fervently hoping for a trade to eventually come to fruition.