Published 16:28 IST, December 16th 2020
'Harden to Miami' trends under politics tab on Twitter, fans react to miscategorization
This week, Harden to Miami was trending on Twitter. As the NBA related trend was listed under politics, NBA fans wondered why Twitter would do so.
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As offseason turned into preseason games as James Harden trade rumours continued. While initially linked to the Philadelphia 76ers and Brooklyn Nets, the All-Star Guard is apparently also interested in the Miami Heat and Milwaukee Bucks. Harden, as per multiple reports, wants to move away from the Houston Rockets, and play with a title contender. However, no deal is near completion.
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James Harden rumours: "Harden to Miami" trends under politics on Twitter
On Tuesday (Wednesday IST), 'Harden to Miami' trended on Twitter, with fans discussing the Heat as a viable option for the Rockets star. However, the trend was listed under 'politics' instead of the usual NBA tab. Naturally, fans joked about the situation, finding the thought of NBA being political both ironic and hilarious. "I try to avoid politics but i feel very strongly about harden to miami," one fan wrote, while another asked Twitter and politicians to leave basketball out of politics.
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James Harden contract details
As per Spotrac, Harden is currently signed to a four-year $171,131,520 contract with the Rockets. He was offered a two-year extension worth $103 million, which he reportedly declined before requesting a trade. He will be earning $42,782,880 per annum.
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James Harden vs Spurs preseason matchup
After a day or so of practice, Harde made his 2020-21 season debut on the court for the Rockets. The 2018 NBA MVP appeared a little rusty on the court, scoring 12 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists while shooting 3-for-10 from the field. John Wall and Ben McLemore led the team with 15 points, winning the 112-98 encounter.
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16:28 IST, December 16th 2020