Harden has not been traded before, mainly because no team can provide the Rockets with the chips they want. The Rockets traded Shao Wei for Wall. If Harden is traded again, the Rockets will completely become a new team. Therefore, the Rockets are very cautious about Harden's trade and ask for a team-building star to accept it. Teams that can offer such conditions are afraid to exchange Harden. After all, Harden doesn't drive the team like James does. Harden is indeed a very good scorer, but there is still a long way to go to become a qualified leader. If you rashly pay a huge price for Harden, it is likely that the loss will outweigh the gain. So many teams want Harden, but they can't give them chips that satisfy the Rockets.
The Heat once again put Harden's trade on the agenda, and the Heat is ready to exchange five chips for Harden, namely Hiro, Duncan Robinson, Iguodala, Olinic and the first round in 2025. As soon as this trading plan was exposed, it caused a heated discussion among fans. If this deal is reached, the Rockets will become a team headed by Wall. Although there are no outstanding stars, the depth of the lineup is still ok, and it can also enter the playoffs. The temperature will be high. Through such a transaction, the Heat will become the most promising team in the East for the championship. Last season, the Heat unexpectedly reached the finals. Harden's joining has given them a super combination like Harden and Butler, and Adebayor and other helpers are absolutely capable of winning the championship.
At present, the Rockets may not want to trade Harden, but if Harden strongly demands it, the deal may really be reached.