1. Welcome! Please take a few seconds to create your free account to post threads, make some friends, remove a few ads while surfing and much more. ClutchFans has been bringing fans together to talk Houston Sports since 1996. Join us!

Calvin on James.

Discussion in 'Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves' started by treyk3, Jan 6, 2021.

  1. HP3

    HP3 Member

    Joined:
    Apr 22, 2018
    Messages:
    22,869
    Likes Received:
    32,140
    Did he quit last game too? I thought yall wanted him not to Iso....he ran the offense. He moved without the ball. I dont understand man.
     
  2. fchowd0311

    fchowd0311 Contributing Member

    Joined:
    Apr 27, 2010
    Messages:
    47,707
    Likes Received:
    36,642
    What?
     
    Downtown Sniper likes this.
  3. joshuaao

    joshuaao Member

    Joined:
    Nov 3, 2007
    Messages:
    1,481
    Likes Received:
    2,287
    Honor his contract like a professional. We can explain his behavior but let’s not excuse it
     
  4. TEXNIFICENT

    TEXNIFICENT Member

    Joined:
    Jun 26, 2008
    Messages:
    7,753
    Likes Received:
    6,437
    He played TEAM ball , why are you whining?
     
  5. HP3

    HP3 Member

    Joined:
    Apr 22, 2018
    Messages:
    22,869
    Likes Received:
    32,140
    It means Harden deferred like everyone wanted and we didnt win.
     
    darksoul35 likes this.
  6. DreamShook

    DreamShook Member

    Joined:
    Jun 26, 2008
    Messages:
    70,703
    Likes Received:
    114,701
    who said he was holding people back? if anything we all agree he elevates fringe talent with his greatness. I don't know who you have been listening too. The main argument people had is having a plan when harden is doubled after torching the ops
     
  7. BamBam

    BamBam Contributing Member

    Joined:
    Nov 3, 2003
    Messages:
    9,604
    Likes Received:
    9,760
    He called it how most of us saw it... we can agree to disagree.

    .......
    .......
    .......
     
    Htown's Finest likes this.
  8. fchowd0311

    fchowd0311 Contributing Member

    Joined:
    Apr 27, 2010
    Messages:
    47,707
    Likes Received:
    36,642
    He didn't really move without the ball except a few occasions and they were rather lazy actions with not much effort put into the movement.

    He's still hovering around a lot. And he only can take a step back 3 or straight line drive. That's detrimental in closing situations in games.
     
  9. napalm06

    napalm06 Huge Flopping Fan

    Joined:
    Sep 30, 2008
    Messages:
    26,364
    Likes Received:
    29,529
    Something something, Tracy McGrady Heineken Budweiser?
     
    clutchdabear and BamBam like this.
  10. TEXNIFICENT

    TEXNIFICENT Member

    Joined:
    Jun 26, 2008
    Messages:
    7,753
    Likes Received:
    6,437
    What did you want him to do?
     
  11. RHU525

    RHU525 Member
    Supporting Member

    Joined:
    Sep 9, 2002
    Messages:
    4,583
    Likes Received:
    6,282
    Why is it that everytime our guys shoot wide open I think they will miss and they normally do. Then when the other team shoots any shot it is always seems to go in.

    How many more guys gonna get career highs and seasons against us this year.
     
  12. HP3

    HP3 Member

    Joined:
    Apr 22, 2018
    Messages:
    22,869
    Likes Received:
    32,140
    Yes he did, he relocated to the corner like 4 or 5 times. And if they are lazy actions you blame the coach. He's following the game plan.

    All players hover, Lebron, Cp, Devin Booker, Luka its something you refuse to acknowledge because you have too much bias.
     
    Stephen_A, clutchdabear and Slimfa like this.
  13. Bobbythegreat

    Bobbythegreat Member
    Supporting Member

    Joined:
    Jan 23, 2013
    Messages:
    63,432
    Likes Received:
    26,035
    Accurate. The Rockets' biggest problem is James Harden's complete lack of character, it's been one of their bigger problems for years. The guy is simply a bum. A very VERY talented bum, but a bum nonetheless.
     
  14. Rudyc281

    Rudyc281 Member

    Joined:
    Jun 23, 2011
    Messages:
    11,668
    Likes Received:
    9,316
    He don’t move without the ball
    He don’t set screens for his teammates
    He don’t cut to the basket
    When he gives up the ball he just stays by half court and the rest of the team is left playing 4 on 5
     
  15. fchowd0311

    fchowd0311 Contributing Member

    Joined:
    Apr 27, 2010
    Messages:
    47,707
    Likes Received:
    36,642
    No, it's called context dude. I want Harden to be the primary scorer during closing situations. Harden's loss of any mid range rhythm and footwork means he can only take bad long threes on tired legs or try to force it down the rim. In this game he passed it to Nwaba I believe underneath the rim with two defenders in position for an easy block on Nwaba. Keep in mind defenses know of Harden's limitations of where he is willing to score and therefore will let him freely operate in the mid range area and pack the paint.

    Elite scoring guards like Kobe and Jordan would operate in the mid range and get a good look instead of making the risky pass to a teammate who is going to easily get blocked.

    Scoring at three levels makes you more difficult to predict and defend. Harden doesn't score at three levels. The best scorers usually do and it really helps during closing moments of games.
     
    #35 fchowd0311, Jan 6, 2021
    Last edited: Jan 6, 2021
  16. TEXNIFICENT

    TEXNIFICENT Member

    Joined:
    Jun 26, 2008
    Messages:
    7,753
    Likes Received:
    6,437
    The team ain’t that good brah. The wing players are too damn small, they’re still doing that dumbass PJ Tucker at Center **** & they are collectively a group of mediocre 3pt Shooters. Wood is nice but he and Cousins are both brittle. Silas gotta show me something too.
     
    Imanimal and Slimfa like this.
  17. HP3

    HP3 Member

    Joined:
    Apr 22, 2018
    Messages:
    22,869
    Likes Received:
    32,140
    Someone didnt watch the game.
     
    Rudyc281 likes this.
  18. HP3

    HP3 Member

    Joined:
    Apr 22, 2018
    Messages:
    22,869
    Likes Received:
    32,140
    He was 5-15 he wasnt scoring well on any level really. If you want midrange, you better be able to demonstrate you can hit other shots first.
     
  19. Rudyc281

    Rudyc281 Member

    Joined:
    Jun 23, 2011
    Messages:
    11,668
    Likes Received:
    9,316
    I didn’t say he quit

    The HOFer Calvin Murphy did.

    Don’t shoot the messenger
     
    darksoul35 and Htown's Finest like this.
  20. TEXNIFICENT

    TEXNIFICENT Member

    Joined:
    Jun 26, 2008
    Messages:
    7,753
    Likes Received:
    6,437
    Watch the game and try again. This team isn’t very good. They are still too damn small, especially on the wing. You can’t blame him for these assholes inability to make open shots and rebound. And please get some NBA players above 6’4
     
    Plowman likes this.

Share This Page

  • About ClutchFans

    Since 1996, ClutchFans has been loud and proud covering the Houston Rockets, helping set an industry standard for team fan sites. The forums have been a home for Houston sports fans as well as basketball fanatics around the globe.

  • Support ClutchFans!

    If you find that ClutchFans is a valuable resource for you, please consider becoming a Supporting Member. Supporting Members can upload photos and attachments directly to their posts, customize their user title and more. Gold Supporters see zero ads!


    Upgrade Now