This is how you know the Philadelphia 76ers made a good move: Both Stephen A. Smith and Skip Bayless think it was a mistake.
The Sixers gave up Ben Simmons, Seth Curry, Andre Drummond, an unprotected 2022 first-round pick and a protected 2027 first-round pick for James Harden and Paul Millsap.
Smith said on ESPN this "could potentially go down as the worst day in the career of Daryl Morey."
"Is he going to lose weight?" Smith said, questioning Harden. "Is he going to get younger? Is the hamstring injury suddenly going to disappear?"
From a national perspective, it seems like many believe the Nets won the trade, including WFAN's Tiki and Tierney.
Most Sixers fans are thrilled with the deal, as Morey was able to keep Tyrese Maxey and Matisse Thybulle, while acquiring Harden.
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Harden has opted into his player option for the 2022-23 season worth about $47 million.
Harden, 32, is a 10-time All-Star, six-time All-NBA first teamer, three-time scoring champ, and 2018 Most Valuable Player.
For his career, Harden averages 25.0 points, 6.7 assists, and 5.6 rebounds while shooting 44.3 FG% / 36.2 3P% / 85.9 FT%.