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Feb 27, 2022; New York, New York, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden (1) and center Joel Embiid (21) check back into the game in the second quarter against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports

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Feb 27, 2022; New York, New York, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden (1) and center Joel Embiid (21) check back into the game in the second quarter against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports
Bradley Beal has spent his entire career with the Washington Wizards. Though the team is yet to win a title, few have questioned Beal’s loyalty to the Wizards. However, as the season heads towards playoffs, rumors hint at a James Harden, Joel Embiid, and Bradley Beal team-up.
Harden and Embiid might look for a third star with the Philadelphia 76ers, making them a championship team. Just with Harden on the team, the team’s energy seems to have shifted. Beal, 28, is another scorer who might just help elevate Embiid’s game.
Andrew Bogut on the @RogueBoguesPod:
“I’ve heard a pretty big rumor that Bradley Beal is trying to team up with Joel Embiid and James Harden in Philadelphia.”
— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) March 9, 2022
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That being said, no rumor has been confirmed yet.
Is Bradley Beal headed to play with James Harden and Embiid?
While talking to the reporters, Beal initially assured everyone that he was inclined towards staying with the Wizards. For the past decade, the Wizards have built their team around Beal. Though the team has struggled at times, Beal’s individual performance has seldom been doubted.
Furthermore, the team can also develop their young roster during the time Beal is injured. Eventually, with Beal as the leading force, the team can mature.
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Having said that, retired NBA star Andrew Bogut believes otherwise. While on his Rogue Bogues podcast, Bogut explained that a big three might form in Philadelphia.
“Brad Beal is trying to get to Philadelphia in the offseason to team up with Harden and Embiid,” Bogut said. He further spoke of Tobias Harris, who the team wants gone, and can ultimately trade. “And I think they?re even more desperate now to free up that cap space somehow. It will most likely have to be a sign-and-trade with Philly.”?
Ultimately, Bogut added that a big three in Philadelphia should surprise no one.

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Nov 1, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (3) is defended by Atlanta Hawks forward De’Andre Hunter (12) in the second quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
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Can Beal play well in Philadelphia?
Even though Beal with another team might be difficult to imagine, one cannot deny the possibility that a Beal-Harden-Embiid combination might do wonders. If that was not enough, all three players are looking to clinch that title for years.
Harden’s arrival in Philadelphia has been enthusiastic. The team is 5-0 till now. Embiid, scoring 29.7 points per game, is drawing some serious MVP murmurs. Beal on his end, will be missing the season after his campaign-ending wrist surgery.
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Ultimately, no rumor can be confirmed until the news is announced officially. Though Beal to the 76ers might sound ideal, maneuvering the whole process might take some time. As a result, one can only wait and watch once the offseason arrives.
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