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Clippers Playing the Long Game: The James Harden Standoff

The Philadelphia 76ers' James Harden saga continues.

Aziah KamaribyAziah Kamari
September 7, 2023
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The NBA offseason is often filled with drama, and this year is no exception.

While the Philadelphia 76ers grapple with the James Harden trade saga, the Los Angeles Clippers appear to be biding their time, taking a calculated approach to the situation. This high-stakes game of chicken could have significant implications for both teams and the league as a whole.

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Earlier this summer, Harden made it clear that he wanted out of Philly, and the Clippers emerged as one of the potential suitors. However, what was initially expected to be a swift trade negotiation has turned into a protracted standoff.

Daryl Morey, the Sixers’ president of basketball operations, isn’t backing down from his lofty asking price, reminiscent of the Ben Simmons saga from two summers ago. The Sixers are willing to wait patiently for the right offer, and the Clippers seem to be taking a similar approach.

ESPN’s Marc Spears recently shed light on the Clippers’ perspective, revealing that they are in no hurry to sweeten the deal for the ten-time All-Star.

Spears stated, “From what I’m told about the Clippers is that they’re not being desperate. They feel like they’re going to keep watching this fire burn.” In essence, the Clippers are content with letting the Harden situation unfold naturally and are banking on the Sixers potentially becoming desperate and accepting a lesser offer down the line.

This strategy makes sense for the Clippers. They remain a competitive team in the Western Conference with or without a star like Harden. Waiting allows them to assess their performance early in the season before committing to a trade that may involve parting ways with valuable assets. On the other hand, the Sixers find themselves in a familiar position, mirroring their approach during the Ben Simmons standoff. They hope that by holding onto Harden, they can create a scenario where the Clippers, or another team, become desperate for a star player.

The ideal scenario for the Sixers would be to see the Clippers’ backcourt struggle in the early part of the season, creating a pressing need for a playmaker like Harden. Alternatively, they could hope for another team to find themselves in a similar situation and create a bidding war for Harden’s services.

For now, the Clippers have no incentive to rush, as they are currently the sole contenders in the Harden sweepstakes. The Sixers have also put a temporary halt on trade discussions, forcing Harden to stay true to his plan of making things uncomfortable.

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The standoff between the Sixers and the Clippers raises several intriguing questions. How long will this game of chicken last? Will James Harden start the season as a 76er? And perhaps most tantalizing of all, what kind of trade deadline magic will Harden conjure this time around?

Moreover, the Harden standoff also raises questions about the evolving nature of player loyalty and the lengths to which players are willing to go to shape their destinies. Harden’s desire to play for the Clippers, coupled with the Sixers’ reluctance to part with him on their terms, highlights the growing influence of players in determining their career trajectories. It’s a reflection of the modern NBA, where players have more agency and power than ever before, and where front offices must adapt to this shifting paradigm.

As the days roll by, it’s becoming increasingly likely that Harden will don the 76ers’ jersey at the start of the season. This situation, however, sets the stage for a trade deadline showdown of epic proportions. If the Clippers continue to play it cool and the Sixers hold their ground, the trade deadline could be a whirlwind of activity as teams scramble to secure the services of a former MVP and perennial All-Star.

In the grand theater of the NBA, the Harden standoff is shaping up to be one of the most compelling storylines of the upcoming season. Will the Clippers ultimately make their move, or will the Sixers finally meet their demands? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure: when the Harden fire in Philly finally stops burning, the basketball world will be watching with bated breath to see where he lands and what impact it has on the league.

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