NBA world reacts to James Harden report

The Philadelphia 76ers looked like one of the best teams in the NBA on paper

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after trading for star guard James Harden

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but they ultimately fell short in the second round of the NBA Playoffs

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losing to the Miami Heat in six games.

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Harden had an up and down postseason

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averaging 18.6 points per game with 8.6 assists against the Heat.

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The ten-time All-Star will be a free agent this offseason

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and there have been questions on whether or not Harden will remain

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with the 76ers after only half of the season on the roster.

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Reports that have emerged on Thursday suggest

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that Harden may be staying with the 76ers for at least the near future.

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According to Bleacher Report’s Jake Fischer, Harden is expected to re-sign

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with Philadelphia on a “shorter-term” deal at the start of NBA free agency.

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It may be smart for the 76ers to keep his deal on a short-term basis to see

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if the chemistry works between himself and star center Joel Embiid moving forward.

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