The NBA’s investigation into the Sixers’ alleged tampering regarding the Houston Rockets’ James Harden trade was announced on Thursday, July 12th. According to ESPN, the league’s probe centers around the three players involved in the deal — including the team’s star point guard, P.J. Tuckers, and former All-Star forward, Danuel House.
2. Harden
James Harden is currently averaging over 30 points per game for the Rockets this season. He was named MVP of the Western Conference last year after leading his team to a 57-25 record and a first round playoff loss to the Golden State Warriors. Harden is considered one of the top five players in the league today, and he has been a consistent performer since joining the Rockets in 2012.
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P.J. Tucker is playing out of his mind right now. He has averaged over 15 points per game for the Sixers this season, and he is shooting nearly 50 percent from behind the arc. His defense has been stellar, and he has become a fan favorite among Sixers fans.
