When Harden, Irving, and Durant were just formed, they made countless people feel crazy, because these 3 people were at the peak of their careers, and they may be the most offensive giants in history, so that many people lamented that the NBA had reached an early finale. However, it was disappointing that the 3 men disbanded after only playing a total of 16 games together, and they didn't even touch the floor of the Eastern Finals.
What is even more unacceptable is that it is not that the Big Three themselves are not strong enough, their combined 16 games of 13 wins and 3 losses can be described as unstoppable, even if the defending champion Bucks can only face them can only fall behind. But for a variety of complicated reasons, the Big Three just can't play together more, and sometimes even double-core teaming is a luxury.
The maverick and lack of professionalism Irving, who can't move at every turn, frequently took personal leave last season, refused to comply with New York's epidemic prevention regulations this season, always refused to be vaccinated, and put his personal faith above the team's record, even if the team suffered 11 consecutive defeats. Rookie coach Nash has a thick belly and hollow mouth, only to know that Durant and Harden died, the two have been together for a season and a half, and have suffered hamstring injuries! Harden, known as the Iron Man, has a vague tendency to be used as a glass man by Nash.
In desperation, Harden, who has the strongest desire for the championship, had to choose to leave! Although Harden did not say why he left the Nets, anyone with a discerning eye can see his frustration with the Nets' current situation. The Nets management, who understood Harden's intentions, eventually sent Harden to Philadelphia on the trade deadline, in exchange for Simmons, Cescuri, Drummond, and two first-round picks.
Recently, the famous Perkins commented on the blockbuster deal in the "First Take" program, and the real reason for Harden's departure from the Nets! Perkins said that the reason why Harden looks down and lacks aggression on the offensive end is because coach Nash treats Harden and Irving differently, and Nash told Harden that some balls in the final quarter are not good shooting choices, but he will not say this to Irving.
Harden led the team to bomb the Lakers 36+10+10 in the Christmas war, and then cut down 39+15+8 to beat the Clippers two days later, so Harden did not go downhill, he just did not want to play in the Nets, did not want to play under such a team culture. "Now that Harden is in Philadelphia, I see his combination with Embiid as the next 'OK combination, and there's no doubt the 76ers are the winners of the deal. Perkins added!
There are many versions of why Harden left the Nets, but basically they all point to Irving and Nash, which is enough to explain some problems, playing the most games, carrying the heaviest pot, and being treated differently by the manager.
Hopefully, after changing the new environment, Harden really plays a dominant performance again as Perkins said, and also expects the Nets' new 2.5 giant combination to fit together as soon as possible and be able to lead the team to complete the rebound in the next schedule. In terms of the current paper strength of the two teams, the star color, they still have the strength to win the championship, if they meet in the playoffs, it will be a thunderous battle, which will undoubtedly make this year's playoffs more interesting and emotional, which is where the charm of the NBA lies.