Having orchestrated their departure from Philadelphia, Harden and PJ Tucker transitioned to the Clippers, marking a trade involving Nicolos Batum, Marcus Morris Sr., Robert Covington, Kenyon Martin Jr., and various future draft picks. Prior to the game, Coach Ty Lue of the Clippers opted not to say anything on the trade, given its pending official status. Nevertheless, Harden and Tucker will not participate in the back-to-back match against the Lakers on Wednesday night.
