Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Pritchard realized this, as he correctly realized the situation with Paul George had grown untenable, and once again made a move before everyone was expecting one. Bridges kept Game 1 from becoming an early rout in a homecoming effort. The Nets have officially lost all of Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and James Harden in the span of a calendar year. Nets Harden Trade Across the four games against Brooklyn, Harden shot just 9-for-34 on 2-point shots. Bridges attended Great Valley High School in Malvern, Pennsylvania, just outside Philadelphia, then played three seasons at Villanova. You cannot simply outshoot every single opponent, and the lack of any real defense is a concern for Brooklyn. Brooklyn also gets a 2024 second-round pick from the Cavaliers. That Simmonss confused and listless showing happened the same night Joel Embiid decided to film his MVP sizzle reel was all the more telling. There was no way he could play another game in Houston, and that begs the question of whether the Rockets should have dealt Harden before the season even began. Their last common opponent were the Thunder who the Nets beat by 22 and the Rockets beat by 30. WebThe Rockets have won 6 straight and officially have a better record than the Nets since the Harden trade. Not only is 124.6 the worst in the league, but it is actually the worst in NBA history! Feb. 15, 2022 When being introduced as a Sixer,Harden saysthat Philadelphia has been his preferred destination since first seeking out of Houston. Simmons felt he was made the scapegoat by his former head coach Doc "One of the things that I continue to do in my role is to think about ways we can improve the system.. Dont get me wrong: Houston still got an impressive haul, but its difficult to peg the Rockets as winners in this. Theres no doubt that there will be immediate positives that come from Hardens subtraction, not to mention a lot less stress for sleepless Stephen Silas. The Rockets also get Cleveland's 2022 first-round pick, via the Milwaukee Bucks, and Houston is sending a 2023 second-round pick to the Pacers, sources told ESPN. We wish James the best of luck and will always be grateful for the memories., Thank you, @JHarden13. section: | slug: james-harden-makes-history-in-nets-win-over-spurs-notches-seventh-triple-double-since-trade-to-brooklyn | sport: basketball | route: article_single.us | If the Nets go on to win the title, Allens near-miss will sting. On his time in Brooklyn, Harden said the impact of Irving's status was"very minimal, and obviously me and Kai are really good friends. Harden, who had joined the Rockets after training camp began, is averaging 24.8 points this season after three straight seasons above 30. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. However, there is that 119.9 defensive Stephen A.: After Harden trade, it's 'Finals or bust' for the Nets (3:07) Stephen A. Smith reacts to the breaking news that James Harden has been traded to Jan. 25, 2022 Bleacher Report's Jake Fischer reports that Harden would welcome a change of scenery in the offseason, citing disappointment with the rotations of head coach Steve Nash, frustration with Irving's part-time availability (which was exacerbated by Durant's absence) and a general lack of enjoyment of living in New York. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. June 1, 2021 Harden records 34 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists as the Nets complete a 4-1 series win over the Celtics in the opening round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs. NBA LEAGUE PASS: Sign up to unlock live out-of-market games (7-day free trial). Sure, Houston did get Victor Oladipo from Indiana in exchange for Caris LeVert, but it appears that Stone wanted to cash out of the Harden experience by investing in the future, not the present. The Rockets are 3-6 -- only Minnesota has a worse record in the Western Conference -- and Houston guard John Wall called the situation "rocky," while fellow newcomer DeMarcus Cousins said before Wednesday's trade that Harden's antics were "disrespectful" to his teammates. Then came a pair of embarrassments in rapid succession: Bridges celebrated on draft night with his mom, who worked at the time for the 76ers. Harden Feb. 13, 2021 In a win over the Warriors, Durant tweaks his left hamstring, an injury that would ultimately hold him out for seven weeks and 22 games. After a cringeworthy start to the season (and some even more cringeworthy quotes from their star), the Houston Rockets have relented and traded James Harden to the Brooklyn Nets in a four-team megadeal, which also sent Caris LeVert to the Pacers and Victor Oladipo to the Rockets. But it definitely did impact the team because originally me, Kyrie and KD on the court andwinning covers up a lot of that stuff but it was unfortunate that we played 16 games out of whatever it was. Its most recent earnings report at Sixers guard James Harden passes the basketball past Feb. 6, 2022 According toa report from The Athletic's Shams Charania, sources indicate that a trade that would send Harden to the 76ers in exchange for Ben Simmons at the trade deadline is a legitimate possibility. Stephen A. Smith reacts to the breaking news that James Harden has been traded to the Nets in a four-team blockbuster deal. In the meantime, the Nets were short-handed for their game against the New York Knicks, where coach Steve Nash declined to discuss Harden but did confirm that the players the Nets were trading were not in the building. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. The Rockets also receive guard Dante Exum and a 2022 first round draft pick from Cleveland (via Milwaukee), and Brooklyn acquires a 2024 second round draft pick from the Cavaliers to complete the deal. Oops. Harden hit seven 3-pointers and had 23 points and 13 assists, NBA MVP finalist Embiid scored 26 points and the Philadelphia 76ers pushed back Mikal Bridges and the Brooklyn Nets in a 121-101 Game 1 victory on Saturday. But thats the least of my worries. In the bigger picture, though, Allen might make out OK here. Oct. 12, 2021 Nets general manager Sean Marks announces that Irving will not play or practice with the Nets until he is eligible to be a full participant. Were just not good enough I love this city. Harden But the Rockets chose door no. The Nets go all-in, pairing Harden with fellow superstars Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving in a move impacting multiple teams in both conferences. Lets break down all the ripple effects from the seasons first eye-popping move. Please enter a valid email and try again. Harden Build your customFanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis onBrooklyn Nets and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more. Please check your email for a confirmation. James Harden hit seven 3-pointers and had 23 points and 13 assists, NBA MVP finalist Joel Embiid scored 26 points and the Philadelphia 76ers pushed back Mikal Bridges and the Brooklyn Nets in a 121-101 Game 1 victory. He stopped short of holding out, but the Rockets were preparing to make that decision for him before giving up altogether. The Brooklyn Nets are on pace for some record-breaking numbers following the acquisition of James Harden. A team is never going to get back an even return when trading away superstars thats just not how the NBA works. Harden won each of the last three scoring titles by notable margins 2.3 points over Anthony Davis in 2017-18, 8.1 points over Paul George in 2018-19 and 3.8 points over Bradley Beal last season. NBA Backup C Paul Reed scored 11 points. He made 10 of 16 shots for 23 points in the first half and kept the Nets, who opened the season with Kyrie Irving, Kevin Durant and championship aspirations, within nine at halftime. The megadeal reunites Harden with former Oklahoma City teammate Kevin Durant in Brooklyn and positions the Nets, who also have All-Star guard Kyrie Irving, as title contenders in the Eastern Conference. 1 overall pick in 2016 hasnt played in an NBA game since last June when the 76ers were eliminated in the Eastern Conference semifinals by the Atlanta Hawks. Instead of landing in Houston in the Harden trade, LeVert was rerouted to Indiana, where the fit and potential couldnt be more blog-boy perfect. Zach Kram: Jordan began the season as Brooklyns starting center, more for his contract and friendship with the teams stars than a talent advantage over Jarrett Allen. Kevin Durant has missed 11 of Brooklyn's last 12 games, but despite a rocky start, the Nets have now won nine of their past 10 with Harden at the helm. Thats more than Your email address will not be published. Houston Rockets trade James Harden to Brooklyn Nets Harden, who appears to be out of shape after joining the Rockets after training camp began, is averaging 24.8 this season after three straight seasons above 30, culminating in MVP honors in 2018. The Nets have an offensive rating of 122.6 since acquiring Harden. He was a no-show when camp opened and was later fined $50,000 for conduct detrimental to the league after attending an indoor event without a mask in violation of the NBA's health and safety protocols. Playing alongside Malcolm Brogdon and Domantas Sabonis should get him only the best of looks, and unlike Allenwho landed on a team that is rebuildingLeVert will still be on a playoff team, and perhaps a more dangerous one because of him. Huge numbers are being put up on offense, but the Nets are still losing to lesser competition because of their lack of defense. I couldnt make a layup, the 33-year-old Harden said with a laugh. Winners and losers of Nets blockbuster James Harden trade record Harden trade Any team that traded for Harden would leave itself vulnerable. The Legend Steph Curry Drops 50 in Game 7, Suns in Trouble, the Lowry Game, and What Do We Do Now? My legs, my body feels just powerful, feels strong.. Jalen Green Labeled Trade Candidate Amid Sixers-James Three months later, the Nets ultimately finished as the seven-seed with a record of 44-38. The Nets and Rockets announced the trade Thursday morning. In 29 total regular-season games, Irving averages 27.4 points the highest of his career along with 5.8 assists and 4.4 rebounds per game. Keep track of all the official trades announced during the 2020-21 NBA season. Embiid was smacked in the face on a missed dunk that sent him crashing to the court in an attempt to draw a flagrant foul. The lesson: When a player like Harden requests a trade, hell more or less get what he wants; when a player like Oladipo pushes for one, hell have to settle for whatever he can get. James has provided us with so many great memories as weve watched him grow from Sixth Man of the Year to a perennial All-Star and MVP. "While we are excited to welcome James and his family to the Nets, we also want to thank the players who are departing. James Harden trade grades: Rockets send James Harden's trade to Brooklyn brings an end to his standoff in Houston. Bringing in apparent con-artist Ben Simmons certainly didnt help the situation, either. The trade was agreed to after the Rockets opted to keep Harden away from Wednesday's practice, following the former MVP's comments Tuesday that Houston isn't "good enough" to compete for a championship. Jan 17, 2022. It could pick back up again in Brooklyn, where Nash's assistant running the offense is Mike D'Antoni, Harden's coach during his best seasons in Houston. Aug. 8, 2021 Durant agrees to a four-year, $198 million extension with the Nets, keeping him with the franchise through the 2025-26 NBA season. 76ers: Eagles coach Nick Sirianni rang the ceremonial bell. If you were amazed by Curry's record-setting performance on Sunday, let's just say you weren't the only one. Here are five questions that could determine that series outcome. In the trade, the Nets send center Jarrett Allen and forward Taurean Prince to Cleveland, and guard Caris LeVert and forward Rodions Kurucs, as well as three first round draft picks (2022, 2024 and 2026) and four first round pick swaps (2021, 2023, 2025 and 2027) to Houston. Our experts predict every series, 2023 NBA playoffs: Second-round series, Finals, MVP odds, 'He looks better than ever': Why the Orlando bubble was 'just the beginning' for Jamal Murray, Memphis wasn't 'fine in the West' -- getting there hinges on massive culture questions, 'Help the bear': LeBron James trolls Dillon Brooks, Memphis Grizzlies, Why the Lakers' real test begins now, after dispatching the No. Known primarily for his exploits in isolation, Harden has adjusted to suit the needs of his new team by sacrificing his own scoring for the sake of his teammates. The 3-time scoring champ is headed to Brooklyn in a deal involving Houston and Cleveland. The Nets have officially lost all of Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and James Harden in the span of a calendar year. Feb. 10, 2022 (NBA Trade Deadline) According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, Harden has "resisted making a formal [trade] request" out of fear of the backlash that comes with requesting a trade in back-to-back seasons. SIGNUP FOR OUR FREE WEEKDAY EMAIL NEWSLETTER, "I love receiving EDITORIALLY BLACK first thing in the morning! Harden and Durant, who have combined to win seven of the past 11 NBA scoring titles entering this season, become the fifth pair of teammates in NBA history to play on the same team after winning multiple scoring titles, according to the Elias Sports Bureau.