Philadelphia 76ers Receive: James Harden
Houston Rockets Receive: Ben Simmons, Matisse Thybulle, Mike Scott, 2021 1st Round Pick (via PHI), 2023 1st Round Pick (via PHI)
James Harden going to the Philadelphia 76ers to team up with Joel Embiid is the story in this NBA blockbuster trade. Philly knows that it would not come cheap and would have to part ways with Simmons.
The Rockets would have to get Ben Simmons back in this deal. There is no negotiation if he is not apart of the package. Matisse Thybulle and Mike Scott are sweeteners along with two future first-round picks.
Let’s take a look at how this deal would benefit both the Philadelphia 76ers and Houston Rockets in the immediate future.