James Harden’s ‘Party Habits’ ruled out Nets star's trade to Miami, says Udonis Haslem

James Harden was tred to Brooklyn Nets last week but several contenders around  NBA considered making a move for eight-time NBA All-Star. Miami Heat were among one of many franchises that were keen on signing Harden, who was unhappy at Houston. However, Heat dropped out of proceedings fairly early and respected franchise staple Udonis Haslem is actually relieved team did t tre for Harden.

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Udonis Haslem highlights why James Harden's party habits ruled out his tre to Miami

While speaking on Complex Sports Podcast, three-time NBA champion Udonis Haslem explained that Heat simply couldn't bring James Harden to Miami due to his party habits. "Man, when I woke up and seen that damn James Harden tre, I was half-asleep. I woke up and dropped my damn phone. I couldn’t believe it. I knew we weren’t gonna get him. You can’t bring James Harden to a place like Miami and expect him t to party," he said. 

Haslem, who largely doesn't play but has retained a roster spot as a veteran mentor and pseudo-assistant coach, n joked that he would've d 15 years trying to be Harden's mentor.  40-year-old also stated that Harden’s off--court behaviour would t have been a fit with Heat. "I would’ve d 15 years trying to be his O.G. He would’ve h to move me into guesthouse to keep a close eye on him,”  Heat star ded.

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Harden has gained a reputation for his partying habits even in an NBA that is filled with players who like to have a good time. He missed early portion of training camp with Rockets because he was partying across country. According to reports from ESPN, when Rockets h several days off between games during regular season, Harden would often charter a private jet to Las Vegas to party.

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Last season's NBA finalists were linked with Harden when  31-year-old handed in his tre request during offseason. However, re were several or teams also keen on tring for Harden at time and Heat's interest in shooting guard cooled off once current season began.

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However, last week, Brooklyn Nets anunced Harden's arrival at team following his 'unhappy' last few days with Rockets. Heat will w have to compete against Harden and Nets in Eastern Conference if y want to make it back to NBA Finals this season.

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