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He's arguably having the best season in Rockets history,but do you now trust Harden in the playoffs?

Discussion in 'Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves' started by Snow Villiers, Mar 6, 2018.

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Do you trust Harden in the playoffs?

  1. Yes

    48.8%
  2. No

    19.4%
  3. I trust Harden but trust Chris Paul more.

    31.9%
  1. Rocket River

    Rocket River Member

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    If I recall that was a phantom foul on Teague but yea. . .. go with that

    Rocket River
     
  2. Rocket River

    Rocket River Member

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    It was hard watching Ariza do the Pump Fake, One Dribble to the side and brick

    Happened at least three times to nite.

    Rocket River
     
  3. Reeko

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    “Playoff Harden” is averaging 30, 5, and 6 to go along with just 3 turnovers on 42% from the field, 39% from 3, 85% from the line, and a TS% of 57%

    his PER is 29

    [​IMG]
     
  4. Reeko

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    update on “Playoff Harden,” the guy who always chokes and sucks in the playoffs because he doesn’t get foul calls while also ignoring that he’s never really had sufficient help until this season

    31, 5, and 7 to go along with less than 3 turnovers a game on 42% from the field, 42% from 3, 88% from the line, 58% TS, and PER of 31
     
  5. hakeemthagreat

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    Harden's played pretty good throughout the playoffs. He needs to keep the pressure on even when his shot isn't falling
     
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  6. saleem

    saleem Contributing Member

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    Well said. I hope the entire team had a good talk with the Dream after Game 1.
    Stay Humble, Stay Hungry.
     
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  7. Dankstronaut

    Dankstronaut Way, way out here.
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    Harden is having arguably his best post season to date too. Only one flop of a game and the team supported his struggles anyway. Outright won at least 2 games so far on his epic performances. His "regular" efforts put us in position to win. What else can you ask for?
     
  8. mockster

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    This is simple for the most part. He’s maturing and it’s amazing what happens when you have capable ball dribblers and players on your team that can get the job done.
     
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  9. Aleron

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    I trust him, but that still doesn't mean we'll beat Golden State.
     
  10. saleem

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    No one man can do that. It takes an entire supermax team effort with self belief and fitness to dethrone a Championship team. Let's focus on the Utah Jazz series first.
     
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  12. rockbox

    rockbox Around before clutchcity.com

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    White Mamba. Anyone that knows anything about basketball knows Harden is doing something really special this year. He has to be close to the top in history in points created. You can't stop with a double team because he's one of the best passers. You can't play off of him, because of the step back 3. You can't crowd because the best in the NBA at driving to the basket. The only way you reduce his effectiveness is to hard trap him at half court, but then you are playing 3 on 4.
     
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  13. apollo33

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    I trust Harden now, he needs to keep doing what he's doing.
     
  14. solid

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    So far, Harden is having a stellar postseason. He has only looked "out of it" for short periods. I hope they are keeping him out of the clubs, especially on the road.
     
  15. tinman

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    I trust him more than others before him

    But Dream had the best season of all time
    MVP and DPOY and Finals MVP

    Even Thanos would be impressed
     
  16. OTMax

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    So far hell yes, but against the Warriors I’m still not sure.
     
  17. Reeko

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    I’m just wondering, where do u rank Harden all time in Rockets history as of right now?
     
  18. vlaurelio

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    LOL he's the sole reason we have a chance to beat the warriors

    you don't trust Harden to neutralize KD?

    or you rather trust CP3 neutralize Steph or our roleplayers neutralize their roleplayers?
     
  19. VooDooPope

    VooDooPope Love > Hate
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    I know you didn't ask me but I'll answer anyway...

    1. Hakeem
    2. Harden
    3. Moses
     
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  20. tinman

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    I don't make conclusions til after the playoffs

    I can make one right now, he's ten times better than McGrady in his prime
     

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