The waiting game is over, at least for one Houston Rockets absent player. James Harden arrived in Orlando yesterday after missing the start of practice. Rumors abound about a possible COVID-19 positive for The Beard, but that hasn’t been officially reported by anyone. It’s been all rumor and speculation from unverified sources.
Thabo Sefolosha mentioned earlier this month when he decided to sit out the restart that several Rockets players were positive, but again, the “several” part continues to be unverified rumor.
It was reported earlier this week that Russell Westbrook tested positive for COVID-19, so that ramped up the speculation even more about Harden’s status, but the Rockets and the league have yet to officially comment on what exactly delayed The Beard’s arrival.