Justin Grasso wrote: 'However, if Harden does start eyeing up the Suns as a potential landing spot, that puts both the Rockets and the Sixers in a difficult position. And I’m not sure that’s something the Sixers would be interested in.' Sports Illustrated: Suns might be sleepers in James Harden sweepstakes I’m sure the Sixers would be open to one year of Paul’s deal, but if they were to acquire him via trade that means they would be on the hook for that second year too. And the biggest reason why is due to Paul’s contract. However, the big question is whether or not Paul would be something that the Sixers would want in a hypothetical sign-and-trade.

That’s not a hot take or anything that should be particularly surprising. Michael Saenz wrote: 'It’s safe to assume that if Harden ends up wanting to leave the Sixers, Philadelphia would want something in return if that’s possible. More: Chris Paul waived by Phoenix Suns report brings out mixed reaction on NBA Twitterįansided: Would a Chris Paul for James Harden trade make sense for 76ers? If the Suns can add Harden to their roster this offseason, that day could be coming a lot sooner than expected.' The Suns showed during the playoffs that they have one of the top duos in the NBA, who could one day be ready to compete for a championship. Harden, though, stands to gain quite a bit more financially from either staying pat with the 76ers or returning to the Rockets and their $60-plus million in waiting cap space.' : Suns could pull blockbuster trade for James Hardenįrederick Ennette wrote: 'With Booker and Durant leading the offense, Harden won’t have to be a first or second option on offense and can focus on making plays for his teammates.

You may remember Paul pulled that exact maneuver to join Harden in Houston in 2017. A reunion between Harden and Durant makes for great fodder, and the bearded point guard could feasibly pick up his 2023-24 player option on the condition Philadelphia trades him to the Suns. Jake Fischer wrote: 'And then there’s the idea of Phoenix exchanging Paul for James Harden, which has quietly circulated around some league personnel since the NBA Draft Combine in Chicago. Shelburne's 'non-report' set off a wave of chatter and rumors surrounding Harden and the Suns.Ĭheck out some of the recent speculation linking him to the Suns.Ĭhris Paul next team odds: Los Angeles Lakers, Clippers favorites for Phoenix Suns star Yahoo Sports: Chris Paul for James Harden exchange 'circulating around some league personnel' I don’t want to report anything, but that was in the wind for the past month or so.” 'And I want you to keep your eye on James Harden. “The Phoenix Suns don’t waive Chris Paul unless they feel pretty good about somebody else,' Shelburne said on Mason and Ireland on ESPN 710 in Los Angeles on Wednesday. Such was the case earlier this week when ESPN's Ramona Shelburne, on a radio show, said that people should 'keep your eye' on James Harden possibly going to the Phoenix Suns. Sometimes an NBA reporter can make a comment that sets off a whirlwind of speculation, even if they are not actually making any kind of report. View Gallery: James Harden through the years

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