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Dec 8, 2021; Houston, Texas, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden (13) reacts after a play during the second quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 8, 2021; Houston, Texas, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden (13) reacts after a play during the second quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
James Harden is no stranger to the limelight. Apart from being one of the most entertaining players to watch in the league, the now Philadelphia 76ers star is also infamous for his actions. He has been seen partying late nights before a game, leading to a bad reputation among fans.
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Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden (13) smiles during the second half of an NBA game against the Chicago Bulls at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports
Reputed journalist Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN recently reported how Harden partied during his days in the Brooklyn Nets. According to him, Harden was seen partying before the last western conference game this month. While some fans have left no stone unturned to roast the 76ers star after the news, some fans feel Harden deserves privacy.
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James Harden continues his partying habits
Dubbed as championship favorites a few months ago, the Brooklyn Nets have slipped off their form. After an injury to star man Kevin Durant, the Nets now also have to deal with the loss of Harden. He made a much-anticipated move to the Philadelphia 76ers in a package that sent Ben Simmons to Brooklyn.
The report read, “[James Harden] continued his late-night social habits, especially on the Nets’ last Western Conference trip this month.”
“[James Harden] continued his late-night social habits, especially on the Nets' last Western Conference trip this month”😬
— NBA Central (@TheNBACentral) February 11, 2022
– ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski and Ramona Shelburne pic.twitter.com/VZp927jvJ1
Although many expected Harden to mend his ways after a move to the Nets, it seems everyone was wrong. Harden continues his habits, which he picked up as early as 2012.
While still in the Oklahoma City Thunder team, Harden and company were unable to hold off Miami Heat during the 2012 finals. And the reason, according to former teammate Kendrick Perkins, was Harden’s off-court activities.
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Nov 24, 2021; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden (13) reacts to a call as they take on the Boston Celtics in the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports
According to Perkins, the only reason why Harden played well against the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference finals is due to a lack of things to do in San Antonio!
However, this is now all. Harden’s former teammate also blamed him for forcing Russell Westbrook to leave the Rockets. As revealed by the ESPN analyst, it was Harden’s non-stop partying.
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Although people expected The Beard to mend his ways after a move to the Brooklyn Nets, they have been proved wrong. The latest reports on Harden show he is yet to leave this habit.
Fans react to Harden’s news
After the news of Harden broke out, the fans have gone all out to roast him while another section defends his right to privacy. Here are some of the best reactions.
He’s a 32 yr old rich NBA player. Idk why they expect my man to stay in every night. If you don’t want him to go out after the game then send him to Boston.
— Highram (@DavidKNICKS) February 11, 2022
It’s so strange that this is a story! Why does it matter what he does in his personal life if it doesn’t negatively impact his ability to do his job?
— Gold Roger 🇨🇩 (@ZenasWalelo) February 11, 2022
So y’all wan him to stay in the house because he don’t sit and play COD or madder like Ben and Lebron? Give me a break
— Rachel (@01sleinadR) February 11, 2022
And yet he’s still better than Steph Curry
— Scottie’s Burner (31-23) (@ScottieBurner) February 11, 2022
Sixers will regret getting Harden long term. His body is good for only 2 more years and he'll be paid way beyond that. North of 60M when he's 38yo. Gee
— franco (@phrangko) February 11, 2022
He really faked injuries and quit on his team.
— Kevin Durant's Burner ➐ (@KDTreeey5) February 11, 2022
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3 teams in 2 years elite Hopper lmao
— Swaggspeare (@Durcanttt) February 11, 2022
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