On February 16, Beijing time, 76 reporter Rich Hofmann shared an interesting video on social media, which was filmed an hour before today's Harden press conference. Harden practiced with Embiid and assistant coach Cassel, and his signature stunt of whether to withdraw three-pointers caused a heated discussion.
In the video, Harden, as usual, conducts a three-point retreat training. Embiid on the side also drew the gourd, imitating Harden's footsteps. It looks like Harden is passing on his stunt to his new teammate Embiid. Kassel shouted, "That's a walk!" You walked 4 steps... 4 steps! After saying that, Kassel also imitated it himself.
Embiid and Harden repeated the move several times, and a discussion began between the three of them about whether it was a walking move or not. The funny thing is that in the end, even the caddies and trainers joined the ranks of imitating Harden, and they also began to experience the retreat three points for themselves. Quite simply, a referee who doesn't blow is a good ball!
Harden confirmed at today's press conference that he will return after the All-Star Weekend, and the NBA official website expects Harden to stage his 76ers career debut against the Timberwolves on February 26, Beijing time. How powerful can the combination of him and Embiid be? Let's wait and see.