It has never been a secret that James Harden holds an enormous grudge against the Philadelphia 76ers and team president Daryl Morey for not granting him the lucrative long-term extension he was expecting after the 2022-23 season.

In order for the Sixers to have any type of chance at winning a championship, Embiid has to be great. He knows that. He has tried and has worked his tail off to be in the best position possible, but injuries have completely derailed everything.