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James Harden believes his relationship with the Philadelphia Sixers is beyond repair, stating that he has been patient all summer but now feels it is too late to mend things. Harden's negative comments come after publicly calling Sixers executive Daryl Morey a liar. The standoff between Harden and the Sixers shows no signs of ending soon, leaving everyone involved in a losing situation.
James Harden has not yet made a decision on his $35.6 million player option with the Philadelphia Sixers, giving him two days to determine whether to decline it and negotiate a new deal with the Sixers or explore other options, including the Houston Rockets. Harden had hoped for a longer-term deal with the Sixers after taking a pay cut last offseason. Picking up his player option could be a middle ground that allows the Sixers to maintain flexibility while providing Harden with a healthy payday. The deadline for his decision is approaching on Thursday night.
Sam Cassell, former assistant coach for the Philadelphia Sixers, has agreed to join the Boston Celtics coaching staff under Joe Mazzulla. Cassell spent the last three seasons with the Sixers and was Doc Rivers' top assistant. He had a 15-year NBA career, winning three championships, including one with Rivers and the Celtics in 2008. The Sixers have yet to announce any hires for their new head coach, Nick Nurse.
Tobias Harris led the Philadelphia Sixers to their first playoff sweep since 1991 with a 96-88 victory over the Brooklyn Nets. Harris dominated the Nets with his physical advantages, scoring 20 points. Tyrese Maxey's defensive toughness and De'Anthony Melton's impactful plays also contributed to the Sixers' win. James Harden's lack of finishing and indecisiveness at the rim was a problem for the Nets. The officials gave out double technicals to P.J. Tucker and the entire Brooklyn bench.