James Harden to Test Free Agency with "Basketball Freedom" in Mind
TL;DR
James Harden intends to decline his $35.6 million player option to become an unrestricted free agent this summer in order to secure a long-term deal, with the Houston Rockets being a rumored destination. Los Angeles Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue's representatives met with the team this week to discuss the coach's future with the organization, while the Phoenix Suns are likely to guarantee the full salary of star guard Chris Paul for the 2023-24 season. The Portland Trail Blazers are expected to make the No. 3 pick of the 2023 NBA Draft available for a trade to continue building a contending roster around its star Damian Lillard.
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- James Harden opting out of 76ers deal with two priorities in free agency New York Post
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