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Knicks News: James Harden trade update, Ryan Arcidiacono contract details

By Jordanna Clark

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MAY 01: James Harden #1 of the Philadelphia 76ers disputes a foul called against him during the first quarter in game one of the Eastern Conference Second Round Playoffs at TD Garden on May 01, 2023 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MAY 01: James Harden #1 of the Philadelphia 76ers disputes a foul called against him during the first quarter in game one of the Eastern Conference Second Round Playoffs at TD Garden on May 01, 2023 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) /
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Some fans might still be reeling from the panic after it was reported earlier this summer the New York Knicks were involved in trade conversations for James Harden. The Sixers guard requested a trade after opting into his $35.6 million player option for 2023-24.

Harden has been at odds with Philadelphia since. With training camp around the corner, the Sixers will provide enough entertainment for the entire NBA. Harden’s already said he believes his relationship with the organization is beyond repair.

The 34-year-old wants a trade to the Clippers, and his stance on that hasn’t changed. However, according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, LA was the one to cut off trade discussions for Harden.

The Athletic’s Shams Charania reported on Aug. 12 that the Sixers had ended trade conversations regarding Harden (subscription required). As much as he wants out of Philadelphia, it doesn’t appear that will happen before the season starts.

Knicks news

  • The Knicks announced they signed Ryan Arcidiacono on Friday. The 29-year-old was traded from New York to Portland as part of the Josh Hart deal in February. SNY’s Ian Begley reported the contract is an Exhibit 9 deal, meaning there’s still an open roster spot. If Arcidiacono makes the 2023-24 roster, Begley added the deal can’t be more than a year and for the veteran’s minimum.
  • On Friday, Former Knicks center Taj Gibson re-signed with the Wizards to a one-year deal.

NBA news

  • The Magic unveiled their Classic Edition uniform to celebrate the team’s 35th anniversary, and they’ve already become a favorite around the league.
  • Shams Charania reported that the Warriors will meet with Dwight Howard this week. The 37-year-old played 60 games for the Lakers in 2021-22 but didn’t play in 2022-23.
  • On Saturday, NBA champion Serge Ibaka signed with Bayern Munich. The Bucks traded the 33-year-old to the Pacers last season ahead of the deadline, and Indiana waived him a couple of days later.
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