James Harden

James Harden opts out of Sixers contract, but expected to stay in Philadelphia: Reports

After being eliminated in the Eastern Conference finals, Harden indicated he planned to remain in Philadelphia — and do what he could to help them build a winning team

NBA commissioner Adam Silver concedes no easy fix for rash of trade demands

Silver said the league has not received any complaints about the Harden-Simmons trade from other teams, but he is concerned about league parity.

NBA: Unfortunate winning wasn't the biggest factor, says 76ers' Joel Embiid on Ben Simmons

Embiid had no love lost for Simmons after his trade ultimatum broke up what had been a successful All-Star pair.

NBA: Brooklyn Nets trade James Harden to Philadelphia 76ers in deal for Ben Simmons, others

The blockbuster deal was the major move that teams and fans had awaited before Thursday's NBA trade deadline.

NBA: Kevin Durant, James Harden spark Brooklyn Nets' fightback over Dallas Mavericks

Harden and Durant combined for 47 points in a 102-99 road victory for Brooklyn, who lead the Eastern Conference with 17 wins against seven losses.

NBA: Kyrie Irving skips the jab and benches himself - for now

Irving is an engaging, curious 29-year-old who does a lot of charity work behind the scenes, but he's got a contrarian's streak a mile long.

NBA: While Kawhi Leonard, Klay Thompson wait, Zion Williamson wants to be back opening night

Kawhi Leonard and Klay Thompson know it will be a while before they can get back onto the court. Zion Williamson wants to do it on opening night.

NBA: Luring defenders into fouls won't be easy this year

Trae Young is particularly adept at getting to the line, in part because of the way he has been able to lure defenders into contact.

NBA: Giannis Antetokounmpo jumps, Phoenix Suns rise but LeBron James, LA Lakers top merchandise sales

The NBA and its players union announced that four-time NBA champion James led jersey sales and his 2020 NBA champion Lakers were still the hottest money spinner in merchandise sales.

NBA: Brooklyn Nets had superstars, shooting and scoring, but needed more health

Durant, Irving and Harden played in the same game only eight times during the regular season and got only one round together in the postseason.