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James Harden's absence from the Philadelphia 76ers' Media Day, fueled by a desire for a championship-caliber roster and a publicized trade request.

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James Harden is not in Philadelphia for Media Day today as the 10-time All-Star awaits a trade from the 76ers, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic.

James Harden

Position:SG, PGAge:34Height:196 cmWeight:100 kgBirth place:Los Angeles, United States of AmericaProfileNewsStatistics

Harden recently received a maximum $100,000 fine from the NBA due to public remarks on August 14 and 17, expressing his unwillingness to fulfill his player contract's obligations unless traded.

During a visit to China, he stated, "Daryl Morey is a liar, and I will never be a part of an organization that he's a part of."

In the previous season, Harden averaged 21.0 points, 10.7 assists, and 6.1 rebounds in 58 games.

This marks the second time in three years that a star guard from the 76ers is missing at the beginning of training camp week.

At 34, Harden is still pursuing an NBA title, with a clear desire for a championship-caliber roster. However, former NBA player Matt Barnes suggests that his persistent efforts to control his destination might impact his legacy negatively.

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