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[OFFICIAL] Harden making Hakeem obsolete thread

Discussion in 'Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves' started by Os Trigonum, Jan 2, 2017.

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Is Harden in the process of making Hakeem obsolete?

  1. As a Harden nuthugger, I say the answer is clearly and obviously yes

    14 vote(s)
    10.3%
  2. As a Harden only fan, I say the answer is probably a qualified possibly yes, maybe

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  3. As a Hakeem nuthugger, I say Harden only fans should be banned

    8 vote(s)
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  4. As a Hakeem only fan, I say there is no such thing as a Hakeem only fan

    12 vote(s)
    8.8%
  5. As a Mike D'Antoni fan, I don't understand the question

    6 vote(s)
    4.4%
  6. As a Patrick Beverley fan, I say you're all wrong

    14 vote(s)
    10.3%
  7. As a DMo only fan, I hear New Orleans is a nice place

    11 vote(s)
    8.1%
  8. As a Daryl Morey fan, I'm waiting for Batman Jones's musical

    15 vote(s)
    11.0%
  9. As a Rockets fan, I say there is no right answer

    46 vote(s)
    33.8%
  10. As an OP fan, even I want OP banned now

    65 vote(s)
    47.8%
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  1. tinman

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    This thread makes me lose faith that rockets fans care about championships
    Thanks dude
     
  2. Wylo

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    Sure, but in terms of advanced metrics MJ, LeBron, and Wilt's best offensive seasons still beat out this year's Harden. I think Harden hurts his numbers a bit due to turnovers. But as I said, 16-17 Harden is up there with Kobe, Magic, and Bird's best seasons, which is pretty good company to be with.
     
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    You could also argue guys like David Robinson, Steve Nash and Charles Barkley were better regular season offensive performers than Hakeem.

    But they got zero rings until Tim Duncan came along because they either played worse in the playoffs or played no defense.

    Hakeem was also busy being the #1 defensive player of all time.
     
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  5. Os Trigonum

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    out of curiosity, how did you vote on this poll?


    extra credit question: by virtue of asking this question, are the Houston Rockets themselves part of the media conspiracy? :eek: discuss.
     
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  6. Houstunna

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    Poster said, "especially" on offense.

    Sounds like he considered "not just" offense.


    Harden might outdo Dream offensively in the regular season.
     
  7. Houstunna

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    Harden can post those numbers by resting on defense.
     
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    Dude! Is you crazy?
     
  9. Houstunna

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    Regardless of stats, Hakeem's offense is EASILY more unique and unduplicated.

    The Euro-step is executed by many, but none can Shake.
     
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  10. tinman

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    I didn't vote

    The correct answer is "This thread and this website you are posting on would not exist without Hakeem Olajuwon"
     
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    Hakeem Olajuwon

    Hajeem Holauwon

    Jameo Haluwen

    James Harden
     
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    I remember the Dream documentary whereby it stated that he had a better chance of scoring despite double and triple teams. I'm not sure JH13 will reach that level of offensive mastery for all his prowess.
     
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    I'm thinking these newbs have never seen one player dominate on both ends of the court.
    It's not a coincidence that LeBron, Tim Duncan, Shaq/Kobe won so many championships.

    I'm happy with what Harden is doing, but people jumping the gun on accomplishments that have not happened yet is just what newbs do.

    also I think this generation cares more about twitter/instagram/facebook likes than actual championships

    #real
     
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    Ban forum, kill OP, delete internet.
     
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    Harden will make Hakeem obsolete when he wins us 3 championships
     
  16. Daddy Long Legs

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    Speaking of nubs, im thinking my Akuma would wreck you in Street Fighter V
     
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    Harden needs to at least make a NBA finals appearance as the leader of this team first WOW...
     
  18. tinman

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    Don't own a PS4. Street Fighter has gotten worse over the years, they ran out of ideas.
    I like that Mortal Kombat has included cool characters like Jason, the Predator and the Alien.
    Hope they have the Terminator one day.
     
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  19. CCorn

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    I disagree, but I really hope Harden brings us a championship.
     
  20. tinman

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    I like Defense too
     

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