On April 19, in the first round of the NBA playoffs, the 76ers defeated the Raptors at home, ushering in two consecutive playoff wins, and the series scored to a 2-0 lead. In this game Harden played, he shot 3 of 9, including 1 of 4 three-pointers, 7 of 8 from the free throws, cut 14 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists, 3 steals and 2 blocks, in addition to points and assists, two-time raptors center Achuva and Birch, quite wonderful, while Embiid also nearly injured teammate Embiid at one point.
Harden picked up the board in the first quarter, but did not stand firmly, and the pass was cut off by VanVleet. Harden assisted Embiid on a layup. Harden played against Anunoby, and after a series of crotch dribbles, he made a three-point foul, and he hit all three free throws. Harden broke through and scored, assisting Embiid to score 2+1. Harden hit Danny Green in the bottom corner, who scored a three-pointer. Harden big 2m 06 Tough Birch, very exciting. The 76ers trailed by one point at the end of the first quarter.
In the second quarter, Harden stopped sharply at the free throw line, turned and threw it to the left bottom corner, and Harris received the ball and shot directly. Harden confronted Trent, his crotch changed direction, and he hit a three-pointer after moving sideways. VanVleet's pass was snatched by Harden and he countered a dragon to make a layup. Harden's free throw line hit Flynn with a throw that caused a foul, and he hit both free throws. Harden big hat Raptors center, 2.03 meters Achuva. Before the end of the first half, Achuva blocked, Harden almost accidentally injured the emperor Embiid, and then Harden hit both free throws. In the first two quarters, Harden scored 14 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 steals and 2 blocks.
In the third quarter, Harden threw a pass, and Embiid put in the air. Harden took the ball and quickly lowered Harris, who directly dunked, and the 76ers also increased their advantage. Harden also instigated the offense, and Embiid scored from the basket. By the end of the third quarter, the 76ers' advantage had widened to 22 points, and Harden rested half a quarter without scoring in the quarter.
In the fourth quarter, Siakam complained about a technical foul and Harden's free throw was unfortunately lost. The 76ers were narrowed by their opponents, but they quickly stabilized the situation and won to take a 2-0 lead over the Raptors in the series.
It can be seen that Harden still continued to be in good shape, although the number of points is not the most, but his organization has connected the team. The most worth mentioning in this campaign is Harden's defense, the ability to defend low and there is a clear view, the two-time raptors center Achuva and Birch, showing their defensive strength, which is also what 76ers fans want to see.
Now that the 76ers have led the Raptors 2-0, the probability of advancing to the playoffs in the Eastern Conference finals is very high, and they are also looking forward to Harden's performance next, and strive to lead the team to achieve good results.