Though the 2023 NBA offseason is many months away, rumors are already swirling of a potential James Harden reunion in Houston. After all, the Rockets are poised to have significant salary cap room, and Harden has the right to become a free agent.

But is that the right move for either side?

Friday’s show explores the potential motivations for both Harden and the Rockets. With a Rockets-centric panel of Ben DuBose, Paulo Alves, and James Piercey, discussion topics include:

• Scenarios in which Harden, now averaging more than 20 points and 10 assists per game in Philadelphia, might be open to a second NBA stint in Houston;
  
  
• Why Houston’s 2023 draft lottery result could make or break the possibility for general manager Rafael Stone;
  
  
• How fans should rank the Harden plan relative to other realistic paths to upgrade the team in 2023 free agency.