The Clippers took a significant risk by acquiring James Harden in a blockbuster trade, showing their commitment to strengthening their championship aspirations.
The Philadelphia 76ers gained valuable draft capital in the James Harden trade, providing flexibility for future trades and the potential to acquire more star players.
Under head coach Doc Rivers, the 76ers have transitioned to a motion offense, resulting in improved offensive flow and spacing, benefiting players like Tobias Harris.
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Clippers acquire James Harden in a major trade
The Clippers have made a blockbuster trade to acquire James Harden from the Philadelphia 76ers. In the trade, the Clippers give up Marcus Morris, Robert Covington, and other picks in exchange for Harden, PJ Tucker, and Flip Petrusiv. This move shows the Clippers are going all-in and are willing to take on significant risk to strengthen their championship aspirations.
The Philadelphia 76ers gain draft capital in James Harden trade
In the James Harden trade, the Philadelphia 76ers receive multiple first-round draft picks, including swaps, and second-round picks from the Clippers and other teams. This newfound draft capital gives the 76ers flexibility in future trades and allows them to potentially acquire additional star players to complement their current roster.
The new-look Philadelphia 76ers embrace a motion offense
Under head coach Doc Rivers, the Philadelphia 76ers have transitioned to a motion offense, emphasizing movement, cutting, and off-ball actions. This change has resulted in improved offensive flow and spacing, benefiting players like Tobias Harris and allowing them to maximize their strengths. The early signs are promising for the 76ers, who look to compete at a higher level with their revamped offensive system.
The Los Angeles Lakers face early challenges and lineup adjustments
The Los Angeles Lakers have encountered difficulties in the early part of the season, facing lineup adjustments and struggling to find their rhythm. Austin Reeves has had a rough start, while Cam Reddish needs to make way for Max Christie in the rotation. However, the Lakers' talent and coaching staff should allow them to make the necessary tweaks and find their footing.
After requesting a trade in June, James Harden finally got his wish, and Verno and KOC react to the 76ers sending him to the Clippers for a handful of expiring contracts and picks (02:30). The guys take a look at the trade from the Clippers' perspective and discuss the huge risk they are taking by bringing in Harden (20:17). Also, the guys discuss the improved Sixers offense under Nick Nurse (34:27), as well as the terrible start for the winless Grizzlies and the ongoing struggles for the Lakers (40:26).
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