Harden for Simmons Rumors Plus the Clippers-Blazers and Cavs-Pacers Trades

Erik, Aswi, and A.C. discuss the latest rumors regarding the Brooklyn Nets and Philadelphia 76ers exploring the idea of trading James Harden for Ben Simmons. They also cover two of the big trades completed over the weekend: the Los Angeles Clippers acquiring Norman Powell and Robert Covington from the Portland Trail Blazers, and the Cleveland Cavaliers acquiring Caris Levert from the Indiana Pacers for draft compensation.

1:54 - Possible trade of James Harden for Ben Simmons. How would this potential trade help each team? Is there really any need to do this trade now instead of waiting for the summer? How much should the 76ers be willing to give up to make this happen before the trade deadline? Is Harden even the same dominant player he once was?

21:08 - Trade between the Clippers and Blazers. How does this trade improve the Clippers? What can we learn from the Clippers about team-building as a tax-paying team? What does this trade signal about the Blazers' intentions going forward?

35:10 - Trade between the Cavs and Pacers. How can Caris Levert impact this feisty and competitive Cavs team? What should be made of what the Pacers got in return? If there is to be a firesale in Indiana, which of their players would be most in demand?

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Edited by: Aswi