
The oversized Ben Simmons magazine cover that hung inside the 76ers’ training complex was gone.
The former MVP acquired for the one-time franchise guard? Well, James Harden wasn’t in town, either, and his debut for Philadelphia is on hold at least until next week.
But yet another new era is soon set to begin for the Sixers as they chase their first NBA title since 1983, this time with the superstar pairing of Harden and MVP candidate Joel Embiid.
The clock is ticking for Harden to win a championship.
Harden, though, will not play for the Sixers in games Friday and Saturday night, and he won’t play until he’s evaluated this weekend by the team’s performance staff.
The earliest Harden could play for Philly is at home Tuesday against Boston. The Sixers also play Thursday at NBA champion Milwaukee before the All-Star break.









