
<p>Once again, the <strong><a href="https://news.thesportsdrop.com/nba/top-3-best-players-ever-selected-in-the-nba-draft-second-round-20230326-SPD-3531.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Philadelphia 76ers</a></strong> came up short. The squad, led by <strong><a href="https://news.thesportsdrop.com/nba/top-3-greatest-2023-nba-mvp-award-snubs-20230503-SPD-3616.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Joel Embiid</a></strong>, had one of the strongest squads in the NBA this year, but they were eliminated in the Eastern Conference Playoffs for the third straight year.</p>



<p>The Sixers have failed to advance to the next round for the fourth time in the last five seasons. They couldn’t get over the hump while Brett Brown was coaching them, and Doc Rivers didn’t help much either.</p>



<p>It’s possible that James Harden may choose a new team for next season now that the season is over and he has the option to forego the last year of his contract. We’ll talk about the three most logical squads here.</p>



<h2>3. Orlando Magic</h2>



<p>The Orlando Magic struggled this year, as seen by their losing record. However, they have a promising young core and are said to be on the lookout for an experienced guard to aid in playmaking.</p>



<p>As a shooting guard who can also run the point, Harden may be useful to the Magic in their quest to play more jumbo lineups. They’re well-armed, young, and financially secure.</p>



<h2>2. Philadelphia 76ers</h2>



<p>Harden, according to the rumor mill, was unhappy playing under coach Doc Rivers. Since Daryl Morey has, predictably, picked him above the coach, he may think twice about leaving the company.</p>



<p>The Philadelphia 76ers were dominant throughout the regular season, and he and Joel Embiid clearly clicked. Next year he might try his luck in free agency after taking the ball back.</p>



<h2>1. Houston Rockets</h2>



<p>Despite the controversial circumstances surrounding his departure, the Houston Rockets have allegedly shown interest in re-signing Harden. On the other hand, he reportedly wants to make amends with the franchise that helped him to legendary status.</p>



<p>The Rockets won’t be ready to contend right away, but they have a talented group of players, a good head coach, and plenty of resources. That’s a great way to round out his career.</p>


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<p>After being drafted first overall by the <strong><a href="https://news.thesportsdrop.com/nba/russell-westbrook-to-stay-put-at-lakers-at-least-until-thanksgiving-holiday-20221020-SPD-3010.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Orlando Magic</a></strong> in the 2022 NBA Draft, <strong><a href="https://news.thesportsdrop.com/nba/nba-is-so-toxic-at-this-point-kevin-durant-stands-up-for-former-teammate-russell-westbrook-20221022-SPD-3020.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Paolo Banchero</a></strong> has lived up to the lofty expectations placed upon him coming into the 2022-23 season. In fact, Banchero has already done something that superstars like Kobe Bryant and LeBron James haven’t managed to achieve after three games: he has won all three games.</p>



<p>Banchero made NBA history as the youngest player to ever score at least 20 points in each of his first three games by doing so against the Detroit Pistons, Atlanta Hawks, and Boston Celtics. The 19-year-old’s career began with a bang as he scored 27 points on 11 of 18 shooting, nine boards, five assists, and two blocks in his team’s first game against Detroit.</p>



<p>Following that, he had a 20-point, 12-rebound game against the Atlanta Hawks. Along with his three blocks, he also contributed two assists. The Duke graduate dominated the Celtics on Saturday night with 23 points, five boards, three assists, and another block.</p>



<h2>Paolo Banchero becomes first teenager to record 20+ points in first three NBA games</h2>



<p>For a rookie at the age of 19, Banchero has a very well-developed skill set and an NBA-ready body of work. Three games into the season, he has already established himself as an elite player deserving of admiration. </p>



<p>With time running down in the first half, Boston big Jayson Tatum chose to switch defenses and play on Orlando guard Banchero since the youngster seemed to be settling in offensively.</p>


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