Stay up to date with the latest NBA news and rumors ahead of the 2020 NBA draft on Wednesday night.
James Harden reportedly has his eyes set on a reunion with Kevin Durant in Brooklyn in 2020-21, but the Nets may not be the only team pursuing the three-time scoring champion.
The 76ers are reportedly considering making a trade offer for Harden, per The Athletic's Kelly Iko and David Aldridge. Philadelphia’s interest in Harden has reportedly "grown in recent weeks," though it's unclear whether the Sixers would part with Ben Simmons or Joel Embiid in a potential trade. Rapper Meek Mill and billionaire Michael Rubin are among those attempting to pitch Harden on a new home in Philadelphia, Iko and Aldridge.
Harden could still begin 2020-21 with the Rockets as the they evaluate their trade options. But sooner or later, the Harden era will come to an end in Houston. His eventual destination is the biggest mystery remaining.
Stay up to date with all the latest NBA rumors below:
• The Rockets are willing to begin 2020-21 with both Harden and Russell Westbrook on their roster. (Tim MacMahon, ESPN)
• The Rockets and Wizards are discussing a deal that would send Russell Westbrook to Washington in exchange for John Wall. (Shams Charania, The Athletic)
• The Wizards will not trade Bradley Beal before the start of 2020-21. (Fred Katz, The Athletic)
• Rajon Rondo remains "focused" on joining the Clippers in 2020-21. (Frank Isola, ESPN)
• The Hawks are interested in acquiring Celtics forward Gordon Hayward. (Chris Haynes, Yahoo Sports)