There have been signs of tension between James Harden and the Houston Rockets during the past few days as he continues to seek a trade.

Harden has had multiple verbal confrontations with teammates in practice on Sunday and Monday, sources tell The Athletic. Harden even thew a basketball at a teammate on Monday.

Harden and rookie Jae’Sean Tate had a heated exchange during Monday’s practice, culminating in Harden throwing the ball in Tate’s direction.

Harden has typically been a calm presence, causing some within the franchise to view this as rising to an uncharacteristic level of frustration. 

Harden has been engaged and encouraging of teammates on game nights.