Heat Land Sixers’ James Harden In Bold Trade Scenario

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Why The Miami Heat Do The Deal

Let it be said that Harden is not quite the player he was during that run in Houston. Specifically, he seems to have lost some burst.

During these playoffs, Harden is not nearly as reliable of a finisher as he was during his prime. Should that matter to Miami?

Not necessarily. The Heat already have an alpha scorer in Butler. They could use an elite playmaker and floor spacer at the point guard position.

Harden is still those things. In all likelihood, he will be next year, too. If the Heat were able to make this sign and trade happen, they’d be serious title contenders next season.

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It wouldn’t hurt the Heat to add a high-octane offensive player to take pressure off Butler, making it easier for the team to handle the most difficult matchups.

Where does this deal leave the Sixers?

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James Piercey

James Piercey, a former writer for NBA Analysis Network, focused on constructing NBA trade ideas. He previously covered the Houston Rockets for SB Nation’s blog The Dream Shake, providing daily in-depth analyses of the team. His work also appeared in FanSided and Last Word on Sports, among other outlets.

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