James Harden, one of the greatest Rockets in the history of the franchise, got his wish on Wednesday afternoon as he was traded to the Nets in a multiteam, league-altering blockbuster. After more than two months of uncertainty that hovered around the franchise, a star player’s trade request was once again met. Harden’s departure from Houston was unquestionably unceremonious. On Tuesday night, he called the team’s situation “crazy” and admitted he didn’t think it could be fixed.
On Wednesday afternoon, he was asked not to attend Houston’s practice as trade details were ironed out.