Nets’ James Harden Talks About His Priorities After Record-Breaking Performance Against Orlando Magic
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It looks like the former Houston Rockets superstar and new partner in crime for the Brooklyn Nets’ Kevin Durant is determined to set his reputation straight. After a plethora of accusations about James Harden being unprofessional, he has proved, once again, why he was the face of the Rockets’ franchise.
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It’s been about 48 hours since he left the Rockets and the man is already setting records with his new team. In the matchup with Orlando Magic, the Nets defeated them 122-115, and this had a lot to do with Harden’s performance. In fact, his performance will go down in history.
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James Harden has become the first play ever in the league’s history with a triple-double in his debut with a new team. The man ended up with 32 points, 14 assists, 12 rebounds, and 4 steals. However, this wasn’t the only highlight of the game.
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Even though Durant and James took some time to remember how to play next to each other, their chemistry looked incredible. If Kyrie Irving is added to this deadly equation, the Lakers’ chances of a repeat will look even bleaker.
James Harden knows where he needs to improve
In a post-game interview, Harden was asked how it feels to get a win on his debut. Harden said, “It felt really good. The guys got after it. I mean individually, I got to stop turning the basketball over. But that comes with chemistry, comes with practice, with watching films. First game, I am glad to get a win and we just got to going.”
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He further talked about their chemistry and stated, “When you play with really really good players, it’s pretty easy. For me, just learn reads, learn where guys like the ball. Just learn our personnel individually. Once I get that turnovers cut down, I’ll be more efficient.”
Talking about his record, he revealed what it means to him to have such an electric start. “I am just happy we came away with a win,” he asserted. “Those stats don’t mean anything. I just try to do everything on the court to my ability to help the team win. Now we got to watch film and get ready for the next game.”
James Harden: "Those stats don't mean anything. I just try to do everything on the court to my ability to help the team win." pic.twitter.com/Svz12d3sP8
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This was just the man’s debut. Imagine what he could do after his chemistry with the team progresses. Do the Brooklyn Nets finally look like title contenders?