The Rockets are not opposed to entering training camp with both Russell Westbrook and James Harden still on the team, according to Tim MacMahon of ESPN.
Both star guards are reportedly seeking a trade, but the Rockets are “willing to get uncomfortable” and keep both if the team’s asking price is not met, MacMahon added.
Harden has mostly been linked to the Nets, though several others may be in play, per The Athletic, the 76ers’ interest in Harden has intensified in recent weeks.
In other news:
1. Nothing is close for a potential trade involving Westbrook, per Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle.
2. Former Ohio State guard Je’Sean Tate is expected to sign with the Rockets sometime after the draft, per Marc Stein of the New York Times. Tate averaged 16.4 points last season with the Sydney Kings of the Australian league.
3. The Rockets may be trying to buy a draft pick, either late in the first round or early in the second.
