Editing James Harden (section)

=== The Brooklyn Nets and Philadelphia 76ers: A New Chapter ===
In 2021, Harden’s tenure with the Rockets came to an end when he was traded to the Brooklyn Nets in a blockbuster deal that reunited him with former teammate Kevin Durant and superstar guard Kyrie Irving. The trio, which came to be known as the “Big Three,” was expected to be one of the most potent offenses in NBA history. Unfortunately, injuries plagued the Nets during their time together, and the trio was unable to reach the NBA Finals.

After a tumultuous season with the Nets, Harden was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers in February 2022 in exchange for Ben Simmons, Seth Curry, and draft picks. In Philadelphia, Harden was reunited with former Rockets general manager Daryl Morey, and he quickly became the primary playmaker for the 76ers alongside MVP candidate Joel Embiid. Harden’s ability to facilitate and score has fit seamlessly into the 76ers’ system, and his presence gives the team an excellent chance at winning a championship.