Sixers: Is James Harden a better fit than Ben Simmons?

James Harden, Sixers (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
James Harden, Sixers (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
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(Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
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Who builds chemistry better for the Sixers: James Harden or Ben Simmons? 

Developing a relationship with your teammates is imperative for NBA athletes. When the heat of the regular season intensifies, players must be confident in the skills of their peers to get to job done. Ben Simmons’ departure recent from Philadelphia rubbed many members of the association the wrong way. Instead of playing through an undesirable situation for the betterment of the team, Simmons removed himself from the Sixers organization. His actions showed the team how self-centered he could be and caused a few bridges to burn in the process.

Joel Embiid’s leadership throughout the Ben Simmons saga provided strength for other teammates. When asked about his former teammate’s decisions leading up to the trade, Embiid remained focused on the goal ahead. His commitment to winning has been the catalyst to his dominant performances this season. Embiid averages 29.6 points and 11.2 rebounds per outing.

Teaming up with Joel Embiid has been on the mind of James Harden for quite some time. Before being traded to the Brooklyn Nets in 2020, the 11-year veteran had his eye on the city of Brotherly Love. Sharing the court with one of the association’s most dominant big men will be a dream come true as the duo work to bring the Larry O’Brien trophy back to Philadelphia.

Doc Rivers and the Philadelphia 76ers organization are in a good place after trading away Ben Simmons. The arrival of James Harden will present opportunities for the Sixers to be in control of their destiny. His Sixers debut is scheduled for Friday, Feb. 25 against the Minnesota Timberwolves. While the Nets are unsure of Simmons’ debut, Sixer fans are ready to move on from the memories of what could have been. The arrival of a new superstar has the city hopeful of an NBA championship appearance.