Although James Harden has reported to training camp for the Philadelphia 76ers, the Los Angeles Clippers would still like to get a trade done and add him to their roster.

Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reported that the Clippers would like to get a trade done for Harden “sooner, rather than later,” (via Keith Smith of Spotrac). Woj also said that the Clippers do not want to increase their offer because they are the only team in the bidding.

When Harden initially requested a trade, he made it known that his desired destination is LA with the Clippers. The New York Knicks were also listed as a team that could be in the bidding initially, but it seems that has cooled off. The Knicks are content with their roster.

It was a bit of a question as to whether the Clippers would be interested enough to land Harden in a trade, but recent reporting indicates they are still in the running.

However, Sixers president Daryl Morey is notoriously patient and will not usually give in on trade demands. It will be interesting to see if Harden makes things uncomfortable enough that a trade finally does happen.

It was quite surprising to see that James Harden would report to training camp. There have been rumors that he would do everything he can to make it uncomfortable so that a trade does happen.

With the Clippers wanting to get a deal done soon, and seemingly having the leverage as the only bidder, it will be intriguing to see if this drags into the regular season.