Rumors having been swirling for months about a possible return of James Harden to the Houston Rockets. This week, Stephen A. Smith proclaimed that Harden is looking for a four-year contract, and he will not be signing with the Rockets.

We also heard from NBA insider Mark Stein this week that if the Rockets don't bring back Harden, Kyrie Irving could be a fallback plan for Houston this offseason.

If both players want max four-year contracts, who would you rather have on the team? Harden or Irving?

Plus, does owner Tilman Fertitta have the stomach to suffer through another tanking season with hopes of landing the first overall pick? It hasn't worked yet.

Check out the video above as the guys weigh in!

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