Philadelphia 76ers star James Harden has faced some heat during his playing days with the Brooklyn Nets. The 10-time All-Star has an arguably amazing stepback jumper and knows how to finish plays whilst getting fouled. Harden was brought to the Brooklyn Nets to team up with Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving to make a run for the championship. But that move did not work out.?
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After several complications surrounding the squad and Harden and co. not being able to deliver for the team when needed, he was subsequently traded to the Philadelphia 76ers. The 76ers got James Harden and Paul Millsap and the Nets got Ben Simmons, Seth Curry, Andre Drummond, and two first-round draft picks in return.
Fans troll James Harden over his weight
Harden has been trolled by fans on social media for his gameplay style and also his weight. But the transformation he underwent this off-season has fans in shambles around the league. While talking to the media, Harden mentioned that he had lost 100 pounds over the summer.
When asked how he accomplished this feat, Harden said, “by proper diet and rest”.?And when pictures of Harden?s transformation surfaced on the internet, fans gave their reactions to the new look James Harden.?
People could not believe the change he underwent to get in better shape.?
Here are some of the reactions from NBA Twitter:
A toofpick changes everything https://t.co/HboxerS2K1
— semaJ (@semaJ7272) October 2, 2022
— Tony Gazzo (@TonyGazzo19134) October 2, 2022
— Kyle W. (@kwilly462) October 1, 2022
Everyone saying they can’t see a difference is literally blind lmao what are we doing we here
— kevin mccalliper (@BogartBrandoMAV) October 2, 2022
— Rashad Vaughn Stan – (14-6)🍻🧀🦌 (@rashadburner) October 2, 2022
He coming back strong this year
— Leif Dorman (@LeifWwe) October 2, 2022
He about to rush for 2 thousand yards this season
— SirCharles Barkely 🏀 (@BarkelyCharles1) October 1, 2022
This man just doesn't get older.
— JFK (@Micrebo) October 2, 2022
?The Beard? has had some formidable years while he was playing for the Houston Rockets. Harden is a Sixth Man of the Year award along with one MVP award to his name.?
Harden returning to his MVP form
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With Harden losing weight to stay healthy, fans and critics can?t help but wonder if Harden?s game will return to the way it was during his Houston Rocket days. Though the trio of James Harden, Kevin Durant, and Kyrie Irving failed to make a huge splash in the league, fans are excited to see him play alongside Joel Embiid.?
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Embiid is arguably someone who does not need the ball in his hands to generate offense. He is a great post presence, can spot up from the midrange, and knock down open threes if left unguarded. Seeing Harden?s gameplay, he likely needs the ball in his hands to contribute to the offense. So fans and media both are hopeful that these two players will be able to work their magic in Philly next season.?
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James Harden ended the season with 22.0 PPG, 7.7 RPG, and 10.3 APG with the Nets last season.?
Do you think the Philadelphia 76ers and Harden will be title contenders next season? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.