The James Harden era has begun in the Sixers and he has done so hopefully. ‘La Barba’ debut with his new team with 27 points (7/12 from the field including 5/7 triples), eight rebounds and 12 assists. But above that was the complicity with Joel Embiid, the other great star of the team, who made 34+10+3. Positive gestures and good vibrations between both to crush the Timberwolves by 102-133. On Philadelphia they rub their hands together. For the NBA it is a warning.
Results of the day
- Hornets 125-93 Raptors
- Pacers 125-129 Thunder
- Magic 119-111 Rockets
- Wizards 153-157 Spurs 2 prrrogas
- Knicks 100-105 Heat
- Timberwolves 102-133 Sixers
- Suns 102-117 Pelicans
- Jazz 114-109 Mavericks
- Lakers 102-105 Clippers
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After his convulsive departure from the Nets and after overcoming an injury, Harden finally put on the Sixers jersey to play a game that could be a turning point in the NBA season. Of course, they have potential in the Philadelphia team with two of the most decisive players in the League. Your sum in Minnesota was lethal: 61 points, 18 rebounds and 15 assists.
Harden started, left some of his classic triples with a step back (including one with an added foul) and his team won by 35 while he was on the track. The best data of all those who played. The Sixers are the third franchise with which he debuted making at least 25 points and 12 assists. With the Rockets and the Nets also started that way… and ended badly.
“We are not selfish, we just want to win. Most of the time great things will happen. My job is to go in and join each individual on this team, “said Harden, who came out against the rumors about his lack of camaraderie: “I don’t know why the media says that. I feel like I’m one of the best teammates the NBA has ever seen, on and off the court.”. Just because what happened doesn’t mean he’s a bad partner. I felt like I needed to do my best for my career, help myself and be happy.” Embiid, smiling broadly, said of his new partner’s performance: “This is what I expected.” Honeymoon at the Sixers. If it lasts until the end of the season, watch out for them.