A few days ago we had fun with James Harden's somewhat unexpected return to favor by comparing it to that of Lula, but this is well confirmed. On Sunday, the back of the Los Angeles Clippers was once again resplendent, leading his team to victory against Denver. The former OKC, Houston, Brooklyn and Philadelphia player scored 39 points with 11 assists and 9 rebounds, but also a 13/13 on the vintage line. At the same time, Harden became the second player in NBA history to reach and exceed the mark of 3,000 3-point baskets scored in his career, after the untouchable Stephen Curry.
If he believes he can do even better, particularly in terms of skill and turnovers, James Harden is flourishing with the Clippers, in this role of first option that he has not experienced since his departure from Houston. After the departure of Paul George and with the injury of Kawhi Leonard until further notice, Harden had to opt for this old school approach which makes the Clippers a convincing 6th in the Western Conference at the time of these lines.
“I haven't had this role for 4 or 5 years, so it took me a little time to get my skills back, but I'm improving game after game. I'm going to end up being more efficient and lose fewer balls. […] This season, we're having fun, it's great. There are a lot of really good guys who want to see their teammates succeed.”he explained after the victory against Denver.
Since the start of the season, James Harden is averaging 21.5 points, 8.8 assists and 7.1 rebounds at 38.5%.
Lula Trophy for the bearded man who came back on top when we didn't expect it: James Harden
