James Harden confuses fans with cryptic IG story after declining $103M option with Rockets

On Monday (Tuesday IST), James Harden declined a $103 million contract extension from Houston Rockets. However, 31-year-old guard is apparently pushing for a deal with Brooklyn Nets in hopes of winning his first NBA title. A few hours later, 2018 NBA MVP took to Instagram to share a cryptic video of himself while opening a Body Armour drink

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James Harden $50M extension: NBA star posts cryptic IG story

Harden's video quickly went viral, making fans wonder if Rockets guard was saying 'cap' or ' cap'. Fans discussed matter on Twitter, even holding 'cap' or ' cap' polls. Some people called Harden out for needing players like Kevin Durant or Kyrie Irving to win a title. Some fans even spoke about players posting content like this, only to eventually leave. "Or he literally just posting this to troll cause he kws its gonna get media attention lmfaoo," wrote one, while ar agreed that it worked. 

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James Harden to Nets?

Reports stated that Harden wants to play for ar team, and Nets and Philelphia 76ers are possible destinations. However, Rockets are "comfortable" with having both Harden and Westbrook on ir roster. Ar report also stated that while Harden wants to sign with Rockets, Kyrie Irving might t want him to come to Brooklyn. 

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James Harden current contract details

Harden is currently signed to a four-year, $171,131,520 worth contract. He has rejected a two-year $103 million extension offered. contract would be ded to his existing $133 million deal.

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(Im credits: James Harden Instagram)