76ers Receive: James Harden, Robert Covington
Rockets Receive: Joel Embiid, Josh Richardson, Matisse Thybulle, No. 25 pick (from Thunder), 2021 1st Round Pick (from 76ers), 2023 1st Round Pick (from 76ers)
James Harden is the focal point of this NBA blockbuster deal. He is the big name being sent to the Philadelphia 76ers in hopes of bringing a championship while keeping Russell Westbrook in Houston. While intriguing, it would not be cheap for Philly.
This would split up the Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid duo but that should not be a concern for the Sixers. The Houston Rockets would receive three 1st round picks in this deal along with Josh Richardson and Matisse Thybulle.
Let’s take a look and see how this deal would benefit both the Philadelphia 76ers and Houston Rockets.