Brooklyn Nets head coach Steve Nash told reporters on Sunday that the team will not trade James Harden prior to Thursday’s league trade deadline, per ESPN.
Steve Nash said the Nets won't be trading James Harden at the trade deadline. pic.twitter.com/7mJwbjKCUy
This statement from Nash follows speculation that Harden was unsatisfied with the situation in Brooklyn and was potentially looking for another destination. The 76ers were seen as immediate suitors with a win-now roster and a desire to deal guard Ben Simmons who is yet to play a game this season.