What Do The Sixers Need From Harden To Be Successful
Many people said the Philadelphia 76ers were going all in when they traded for James Harden. I believe it is possible but what lies with us is what kind of performances and impact is needed. For starters let’s look at Hardens weaker games in Philly so far ( 5-15, 3-17, 5-19). While by no means am I saying we should look and fully put too much worry into these games, they show Harden has been streaky and not consistent to the point where instead of having an okay game he strings a few bad shooting performances which hurts us greatly. We won’t always be able to rely on free throws.
It is not all bad though. When Harden is just helping the team click and play better it makes a huge difference. Mainly because of what he provides to the offense and how he can open up more opportunities for players. He also just makes players around him look better. As long as Doc Rivers can bring out what players strengths are, Harden can do better ( focusing on Tobias as eventually being a shooter, but as for now he is more of a close to the basket player who should be used aggressively ).
Truly in my mind Harden has to do a little bit of everything and I think he can. He has the skill set to get good rebounds and assists as well as get a few steals. As far as numbers go I think James needs to average around 20 – 30 points and around 7 assists and rebounds to give this team some real life, as well as get our Offense clicking at a good sound pace that can make us even more unstoppable .
If James Harden can give us this type of impact which he is capable of, mixed with mvp level games from embiid it shouldn’t be another star messing up our chances.
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