1:59 Russell Westbrook and James Harden have the necessary shooting around them to provide the 'real estate' [spacing] for them to go downhill and attack early, often and late. We kept fighting, especially on the defensive end and forced overtime. [With] our communication, tonight was a really good start. Through the first three games of the restart, Rockets guard James Harden has been the most foul-prone player in the Orlando games, committing five personal fouls in each game… The Rockets' three-heavy ethos is obviously no secret eight years into the James Harden era, and Houston has continued to push the limits in Orlando. James Harden deflected praise of his own performance and hailed his team-mates' resilience after the Houston Rockets battled to an overtime win over the Dallas Mavericks.
He needed just 19 shots for nearly 40 points, and he added 12 free throws to a 5-10 mark from three. "It is their philosophy and it is how they are moving forward. )Assuming he keeps his scoring average above 34 following the eight regular-season games of the Over his eight seasons to date in Houston, Harden has earned All-Star honors in all of them while leading his Rockets to the playoffs. They'll close the seeding-game slate on Aug. 14 against Joel Embiid and the 76ers.Tip-off against Sacramento on Sunday is slated for 7 p.m. CT.Westbrook will then rest on the second leg of Houston's back-to-back on Wednesday as Harden returns to the lineup.D'Antoni registered win No. This season, once again, Harden is putting up ridiculous numbers, averaging 34.6 points per game, but Antetokounmpo is a virtual lock to win his second straight MVP award.James Harden and the Houston Rockets have complained about narrative propelling Giannis to MVP contention and wins, then Giannis picked Kemba Walker over Harden in this year’s All-Star draft, leading to his declaration that he “wanted someone who would pass the ball”.Harden’s assist totals dwarf Walker’s, and three years ago he led the NBA in assists with 11.2 per game, but again, narrative.This led to Harden dropping the following nuclear bomb in reference to Giannis Antetokounmpo:It’s a rivalry we never expected to get between two quiet and soft-spoken superstars at the peak of NBA glory.Following the Rockets’ victory over the Bucks, a reporter asked Harden how difficult it was to guard Giannis.James Harden on how difficult it was to guard Giannis:It’s probably a long shot for the Rockets and Bucks to meet again in the Finals in October, but as this rivalry continues to simmer, it might be just the perfect way to cap off this absurd season of NBA basketball.In the meantime, the Rockets will carry their perfect bubble record into their next game against the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday, and the 1-1 Milwaukee Bucks (they defeated the Boston Celtics in their first game) will play the Brooklyn Nets also on Tuesday.Following this frustrating loss, it’s safe to say the Nets are in for a serious beating.Build your custom FanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis on Hoops Habit and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more.Your privacy is safe with us. "Harden raved about Covington's tip-in. An overtime game for the first regular season game in a long time… my body held up really well.
They have dynamic players with dynamic talent. James Harden scored 49 points and grabbed nine rebounds in an overtime win over Dallas “In reality, when the eight games come, I’ll be playing 35-36 minutes… it’s going to be a huge shock. As expected, James Harden — the league’s leading scorer (34.4 PPG) — posted a game-high 35 points, shooting a sizzling 62.5% from the field, 61.5% from deep, to go along with 6 … Live NBA: Milwaukee @ Houston "We just want to be playing well offensively and defensively. He was An increased onus was placed on the Rockets' supporting cast with both Russell Westbrook and Eric Gordon out on Thursday, and Harden's running mates were up to the task. That’s the type of person he is. Davis was held to just 17 points on eight shots, and he committed seven turnovers. I want to prepare myself so when next week comes, I’m ready and it’s not a big shock on my legs or body.”Harden currently leads the Rockets and the NBA with a 34.3 points per game scoring average, which represents just the third time in over 30 years that a player has averaged at least 34 points in a season. Harden played until barely more than a minute was left in Sunday’s game against the Grizzlies, and he orchestrated a commanding 40-17 fourth … After a thrilling 120-116 Houston Rockets victory over the Milwaukee Bucks, James Harden was asked about guarding Giannis Antetokounmpo. The NBA’s three-time defending scoring champion had other ideas.Harden played until barely more than a minute was left in Sunday’s game against the Grizzlies, and he orchestrated a commanding 40-17 fourth quarter by the Rockets in the 119-104 victory (“I tried to take James [Harden] out with about four minutes to go, but he wouldn’t have any of it,” D’Antoni said postgame. Harden’s defense has long been derided, but it’s time to update that perspective. As expected, James Harden — the league’s leading scorer (34.4 PPG) — posted a game-high 35 points, shooting a sizzling 62.5% from the field, 61.5% from deep, to … Houston was able to place its full defensive attention on Davis with James out of the contest.Double teams weren't solely responsible for the quiet night from Davis. Harden had a historic scoring season, averaging 36.1 points per game, but was denied the award thanks to Giannis’s own incredible year. On Dec. 3, the Rockets lost by two points in double overtime in a game remembered most for James Harden's uncounted fourth-quarter dunk — which proved to be the eventual winning margin. Watch Miami Heat @ Denver Nuggets via a free Sky Sports livestream on Saturday at 6pmHarden scored 49 points as the Rockets outlasted the Mavs 153-149 on Friday night in their first game in the NBA bubble.After trailing for much of the game, Houston outscored Dallas 31-20 in the fourth quarter and forced overtime when Robert Covington tipped in a missed Harden free throw with 3.3 seconds remaining.
He needed just 19 shots for nearly 40 points, and he added 12 free throws to a 5-10 mark from three. "It is their philosophy and it is how they are moving forward. )Assuming he keeps his scoring average above 34 following the eight regular-season games of the Over his eight seasons to date in Houston, Harden has earned All-Star honors in all of them while leading his Rockets to the playoffs. They'll close the seeding-game slate on Aug. 14 against Joel Embiid and the 76ers.Tip-off against Sacramento on Sunday is slated for 7 p.m. CT.Westbrook will then rest on the second leg of Houston's back-to-back on Wednesday as Harden returns to the lineup.D'Antoni registered win No. This season, once again, Harden is putting up ridiculous numbers, averaging 34.6 points per game, but Antetokounmpo is a virtual lock to win his second straight MVP award.James Harden and the Houston Rockets have complained about narrative propelling Giannis to MVP contention and wins, then Giannis picked Kemba Walker over Harden in this year’s All-Star draft, leading to his declaration that he “wanted someone who would pass the ball”.Harden’s assist totals dwarf Walker’s, and three years ago he led the NBA in assists with 11.2 per game, but again, narrative.This led to Harden dropping the following nuclear bomb in reference to Giannis Antetokounmpo:It’s a rivalry we never expected to get between two quiet and soft-spoken superstars at the peak of NBA glory.Following the Rockets’ victory over the Bucks, a reporter asked Harden how difficult it was to guard Giannis.James Harden on how difficult it was to guard Giannis:It’s probably a long shot for the Rockets and Bucks to meet again in the Finals in October, but as this rivalry continues to simmer, it might be just the perfect way to cap off this absurd season of NBA basketball.In the meantime, the Rockets will carry their perfect bubble record into their next game against the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday, and the 1-1 Milwaukee Bucks (they defeated the Boston Celtics in their first game) will play the Brooklyn Nets also on Tuesday.Following this frustrating loss, it’s safe to say the Nets are in for a serious beating.Build your custom FanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis on Hoops Habit and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more.Your privacy is safe with us. "Harden raved about Covington's tip-in. An overtime game for the first regular season game in a long time… my body held up really well.
They have dynamic players with dynamic talent. James Harden scored 49 points and grabbed nine rebounds in an overtime win over Dallas “In reality, when the eight games come, I’ll be playing 35-36 minutes… it’s going to be a huge shock. As expected, James Harden — the league’s leading scorer (34.4 PPG) — posted a game-high 35 points, shooting a sizzling 62.5% from the field, 61.5% from deep, to go along with 6 … Live NBA: Milwaukee @ Houston "We just want to be playing well offensively and defensively. He was An increased onus was placed on the Rockets' supporting cast with both Russell Westbrook and Eric Gordon out on Thursday, and Harden's running mates were up to the task. That’s the type of person he is. Davis was held to just 17 points on eight shots, and he committed seven turnovers. I want to prepare myself so when next week comes, I’m ready and it’s not a big shock on my legs or body.”Harden currently leads the Rockets and the NBA with a 34.3 points per game scoring average, which represents just the third time in over 30 years that a player has averaged at least 34 points in a season. Harden played until barely more than a minute was left in Sunday’s game against the Grizzlies, and he orchestrated a commanding 40-17 fourth … After a thrilling 120-116 Houston Rockets victory over the Milwaukee Bucks, James Harden was asked about guarding Giannis Antetokounmpo. The NBA’s three-time defending scoring champion had other ideas.Harden played until barely more than a minute was left in Sunday’s game against the Grizzlies, and he orchestrated a commanding 40-17 fourth quarter by the Rockets in the 119-104 victory (“I tried to take James [Harden] out with about four minutes to go, but he wouldn’t have any of it,” D’Antoni said postgame. Harden’s defense has long been derided, but it’s time to update that perspective. As expected, James Harden — the league’s leading scorer (34.4 PPG) — posted a game-high 35 points, shooting a sizzling 62.5% from the field, 61.5% from deep, to … Houston was able to place its full defensive attention on Davis with James out of the contest.Double teams weren't solely responsible for the quiet night from Davis. Harden had a historic scoring season, averaging 36.1 points per game, but was denied the award thanks to Giannis’s own incredible year. On Dec. 3, the Rockets lost by two points in double overtime in a game remembered most for James Harden's uncounted fourth-quarter dunk — which proved to be the eventual winning margin. Watch Miami Heat @ Denver Nuggets via a free Sky Sports livestream on Saturday at 6pmHarden scored 49 points as the Rockets outlasted the Mavs 153-149 on Friday night in their first game in the NBA bubble.After trailing for much of the game, Houston outscored Dallas 31-20 in the fourth quarter and forced overtime when Robert Covington tipped in a missed Harden free throw with 3.3 seconds remaining.