With 42 points, 8 rebounds, 9 assists, 4 steals and 1 block, shooting 16-of-23 from the field and 6-of-9 from three-point range, Harden swept away the gloom of the first two games (5-of-28, 28 points combined) and helped the 76ers win 116-115 overtime to tie the overall score to 2-2. His key throw dragged the game into overtime and another 3-pointer to take the victory. Harden invited Chinese student Hao Yukai to watch the G4 game and gave him a big hug before the game, and Harden signed his shoes to Hao Yukai after the game.
Hao Yukai, a survivor of a previous Michigan shooting, suffered from paralysis from the chest and waist. At that time, after learning that Hao Yukai was his die-hard fan, Harden contacted him by video for the first time, not only expressing encouragement, but also paying for his medical bills, and promised to invite him to the scene to watch the game. In the G4 game, Harden fulfilled his promise to return the love of fans with his own explosion.
In the first quarter of the game, Harden scored on a layup, and then walked to the free throw line, shooting 2 of 3 in a single quarter, 6 points, 1 rebound and 1 assist. He played 12 minutes in the second quarter and was in hot form, scoring 15 points on 6-of-8 shooting in a single quarter. In this quarter, Harden switched to rocket mode, fully demonstrating his scoring ability. Three-point shooting, mid-range shooting, and throwing hits, Harden showed eighteen martial arts. A thrilling scene happened, Harden almost stepped on Lowe's feet when he landed. The official account of the NBA referee immediately admitted that Lowe's right foot was on Harden's landing position and should have been whistled for a foul.
In less than three minutes, Harden scored 12 of the 76ers' 15 points, helping the team stretch the gap to double digits. Dengdi is staged online from a distance. Before halftime, Harden hit another retreat for three points, and the whole game was boiling. Harden on the defensive end also contributed, and he turned Brogdon in the first half, which was also retweeted by many American media.
In the first half, Harden had 21 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists, shooting 8-of-11 from the field and 3-of-3 from three-point range, the most points in both sides. Embiid also contributed 19 points and 11 rebounds in the half, giving the 76ers a nine-point lead at the half.
In the third quarter, Harden's fiery hand continued. When the Green Army closed the gap to 5 points, it was Harden who stepped up again and hit a three-pointer. His mid-range shots and three-pointers helped the 76ers stabilize the situation. Harden, who has scored 29 points, beckoned to interact with the fans and also ignited the enthusiasm of the home court!
Previously, Brogdon said that the Green Army is to prevent Harden from being uncomfortable in the whole game, and Harden, who has been uncomfortable for two games, finally made the other party uncomfortable in this game. Seeing the bearded performance so vigorous, the official social media of the 76ers also hi and posted Harden's full name: "James Edwards Harden".
In the fourth quarter, Harden hit a free throw and also steal an assist for Embiid's score. The Green Army attacked more aggressively, overtaking the score. Harden hit two free throws and then hit a shot and scored a layup, but the 76ers' defense also struggled to limit the Green Army's scoring. Smart hit two free throws, and 16.4 seconds before the end, Harden hit a free throw to equalize and drag the game into overtime.
In overtime, Harden was played by Smart for a 2+1, and then he also made a steal on Smart, which was Harden's fourth steal of the game. Embiid scored four straight points, outscoring the Green Army by one. Tatum hit a three-pointer to regain the lead. In the last 19 seconds, Harden performed a three-point quasi-kill! Smart's final three-point overtime doesn't count, and the 76ers get through the game.
During the game, seeing Harden's performance, Hao Yukai on the sidelines smiled from time to time. Is there anything happier for a Dengmi than witnessing an idol outbreak live? ESPN wrote: "Harden is in hot form, and his guest John Hao (Hao Yukai) loves it. After the game, he signed the shoes and gave them to Hao Yukai.
Previously, on February 24, Harden wore a headband and scored 31 points in a 17-point win over the Grizzlies, when he said that the headband was worn for Hao Yukai. This time, Harden gave another all-round performance to his little Chinese brother.