Reports: James Harden picking up option; trade next

Philadelphia 76ers superstar James Harden is picking up his $35.6 million option for 2023-24 and will work with the team on finding a trade, ESPN and The Athletic reported Thursday.

The Los Angeles Clippers, New York Knicks and Phoenix Suns are expected to be suitors, per the reports.

The 76ers do not see a long-term future with Harden, per The Athletic report. His 1frac12;-season run with the Sixers is all but over.

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