On May 5, Beijing time, the 2021-22 NBA playoffs continued. In a just-concluded East Focus game, the 76ers lost to the Heat 103-119 on the road and trailed 0-2 in the series. In the history of the 76ers, they were all eliminated when they were 0:2 behind.
With Embiid unable to play, the 76ers lost again, and Harden was to blame. In today's game, Harden played a total of 41 minutes, with only 6 of 15 shooting and 20 points, 4 rebounds and 9 assists, including 1 of 5 three-pointers! It is worth mentioning that in the two current series, Harden has only scored a total of 36 points, of which he only shot 2 of 9 in the second half of the game, which is far from the expectations of fans.
After the game, Harden was rushed by fans to the No. 2 position in the national hot search.
Many fans have posted pictures to remember Harden during the Rockets era, and more fans have posted Harden's horrific scoring performance. However, according to statistics, counting today's game, Harden has played 29 games for the 76ers, and his single shot number has never reached 20, and the highest one is 19 (when the 76ers beat the Magic on the road). So far in the playoffs this season, Ha has only made 13.4 shots.
In contrast, 76ers youngster Maxi scored 32 points today, to which the famous Skip wrote on Twitter: "Maxi is now looking more like a top-paid player than the guy in the James Harden jersey." ”
It has to be said that the current situation is very difficult for Harden. With Embiid sidelined, the Heat put all their defensive focus on Harden, which made it difficult for him to make a difference in the game. Heat coach Spault shouted directly to the players during the timeout: "We're going to build a wall in front of Harden!" "But the team is in a difficult situation right now, and Harden has to stand up.
According to the schedule, the third leg of the two teams will be played on May 7, and the 76ers will return to the home game!