According to reports from Crickex App, the Milwaukee Bucks suffered a humiliating exit in this year’s playoffs after being upset by Jimmy Butler’s Miami Heat in a stunning 8th-seed-over-1st-seed shocker. In response, the Bucks are seeking major offseason upgrades, aiming to revamp the roster and avoid another postseason meltdown. With James Harden officially requesting a trade, Milwaukee has seized the opportunity by submitting an offer.
While Harden has publicly expressed his desire to join the Clippers, insiders say his top priority is still contending for a championship. If the Bucks push hard to land him, Harden would likely welcome the move. Milwaukee’s current proposal involves sending Jrue Holiday, a first-round pick, and a second-round pick to Philadelphia in exchange for Harden. So far, the 76ers have not responded, but the Bucks have already consulted with franchise cornerstone Giannis Antetokounmpo about the potential pairing.
Giannis gave management a green light, confirming that he’s eager to join forces with Harden. For the Bucks, this swap could dramatically boost their offensive firepower. Harden’s elite passing and playmaking are attributes Holiday lacks, and if the former MVP fully recovers from his Achilles issue next season, the duo could become a modern-day powerhouse—perhaps even laying the foundation for a championship dynasty.
Stylistically, Harden and Giannis are surprisingly compatible. Harden thrives with pick-and-roll partners, and Giannis is more physically aggressive and team-oriented than Joel Embiid, Harden’s current co-star. Crickex App analysts point out that Giannis dominates the ball far less than Embiid and is much more willing to execute pick plays, making the on-court chemistry with Harden potentially seamless.
Despite trade talks, the 76ers may not be truly committed to letting Harden go. Some believe their current stance is a negotiation tactic, buying time in hopes that Harden changes his mind. Crickex App has learned that Sixers head coach Nick Nurse is actively working behind the scenes to convince Harden to stay. With Harden on an expiring contract, a departure next summer could leave the Sixers empty-handed—especially if he bolts to a team like the Clippers without a trade.
To that end, Nurse has been personally pitching tactical ideas to Harden, trying to appeal to his basketball IQ and show how he fits into Philadelphia’s future plans. As the saying goes, “the past was ordinary, but the future can be extraordinary.” Whether Harden buys in or walks away will likely define the championship prospects of both Milwaukee and Philadelphia in the seasons to come.