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James Harden Expected To Join Sixers At Training Camp As Soon As Today

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Author and Dylan MacKinnon
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MAY 01: James Harden #1 of the Philadelphia 76ers celebrates after hitting a three point shot during the second half against the Boston Celtics in game one of the Eastern Conference Second Round Playoffs at TD Garden on May 01, 2023 in Boston, Massachusetts. The 76ers defeat the Celtics 119-115.

James Harden was not in Colorado for the start of Sixers Training Camp. Which was not surprising. The relationship between Harden and the Sixers brass, particularly Team President Daryl Morey, soured greatly in the offseason. James Harden wanted to be traded and was not happy when the Sixers did not honor that request. In retaliation, Harden has called Morey a liar publicly, and in private his camp has told reporters he is ready to make things difficult for the Sixers. But it seems at the very least, he will be doing so from Sixers Camp. Adrian Wojnarowski is reporting that Harden could join the team at Colorado State as soon as today.

Adrian Wojnarowski on Twitter: "ESPN Sources: Philadelphia 76ers star James Harden didn't practice at Colorado State University on Tuesday but he's expected to arrive in Colorado as soon as today to join training camp. / Twitter"

ESPN Sources: Philadelphia 76ers star James Harden didn't practice at Colorado State University on Tuesday but he's expected to arrive in Colorado as soon as today to join training camp.

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There was recently a glimmer of hope that the Sixers could work something out that would benefit all sides. When Jrue Holiday went to Portland in a Damian Lillard deal, rumors were there could be a deal that sent Harden to the Clippers, and Holiday to the Sixers. Those hopes were dashed with Jrue Holiday getting sent to Boston, leaving little hope for a Harden deal anytime soon. And leaving fans in complete disarray that this Sixers team could be competitive this season.

So for now, Harden will at least attend camp. Will that mean he will play nice? Who knows. He played for both the Nets and Rockets while demanding a trade, and managed to make things difficult for those teams despite being productive on the court. We saw two years ago Ben Simmons showed up to camp at first, only to be sent home when he became a distraction.

The best case for all sides right now is for James Harden to make nice, and just play for the Sixers without causing drama. That may even help his trade value enough that he can get the trade he wants, while the Sixers get back the talent they would need to make it worthwhile. Without Harden, or a trade that brings a good player back for Harden, the Sixers appear to be way behind the Bucks and Celtics right now. So something needs to change if they are going to be a competitive team this season.

7 Things We Learned When Nick Nurse Joined The Best Show Ever

The Sixers have a new head coach. After yet another 2nd round exit, they decided it was time for a coaching change. Doc Rivers was fired, and the head coach search began. Although Daryl Morey told us it would be a long search, it turns out that was not true. Nick Nurse was the first guy the Sixers interviewed. They brought in a couple more guys for an interview, but they went back to the fire interview. A few days back it was reported the Sixers were hiring Nick Norse to be their next coach. And today they introduced Nick Nurse as the next head coach of the Philadelphia 76ers.

He spoke to the media for the first time today, giving Sixers fans their first taste of what he is like. but shortly after that, he also joined us on the Best Show Ever. He talked about a range of things. His plans to get more out of Embiid. What type of defense he would run? What he thinks Tyrese Maxey’s ceiling could be. Why he chose to coach the Sixers when he reportedly had other offers? What type of person Sixers fans will be seeing in him as the coach And much more.

Here is some of what Nick Nurse had to say when he joined us earlier today:

  • Why He Chose Philadelphia

    “There are 3 things you evaluate when you are lucky enough to have a choice. The roster, which I know from competing against, and really like it. The front office. I have known Daryl for a long time. His track record of putting together a roster speaks for itself. And then ownership, and you have great owners here.”

  • His First Job As Coach

    “The first thing you have to do is get a vison for the season. You say the vison is to win a championship, and it is. But there are a lot of things in that vision. How you will play. How you do accountabillity. Philosophies. All kind of things go into that. That is the plan that follows that vison.”

  • On If He Can Get More Out Of Embiid

    “Well I hope so. Each year a player needs to strive to get better. Getting more out of him means winning a championship. The numbers may not be the same but that doesn’t matter when you get to the playoffs. Getting a little bit out of him  and some other guys will be important.”

  • On Tyrese Maxey

    “I think he has a super bright future. He has a combination of a bunch of things that make him exciting. First of all he loves the game. His work ethic. He has a tremendous amount of god given ability. And he is getting better fast. If he can continue to stay with things, I think he has a super super bright future.”

  • On How Aggressive His Defense Will Be

    “I like to be aggressive an put pressure and take things away. Our coaching staff will do a good job of designing schemes. But it’s a little bit too early. All it needs to do is what fits them.  Hopefully at times when we need it it is really nasty. At certain points that defense needs to be tough. Defense still wins.”

  • On What Kind Of Human Being He Is

    “First off all, I am the youngest of 9. That environment is very good for becoming a basketball coach You wake up and you are fighting for a bowl and some cereal. That is what it feels like when the ball goes up. I instinctively kick in to start fighting for a win. When people leave the game, I hope people are saying those guys played hard. They did everything they could to win the game. That is the main focus of my job. To max out the effort and max out what guys are capable of.”

  • On Philly Fans

    “I have experienced it, playing here all the time. We like it. The energy in that arena is unique and special. Hopefully we can use that as a positive.”

  • You Can Listen To The Full Conversation Below

 

 

Tyrone Johnson is the host of “The Best Show Ever” on 97.5 The Fanatic. He has been with the station for the past 8 years. Before working at the Fanatic, Tyrone produced political radio, did financial reports, and was assistant chief engineer of another radio station. As a content creator for 97.5 The Fanatic, Tyrone writes articles on the Sixers, Eagles, Phillies, and Flyers.

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