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Is Harden trying too much on drawing fouls?

Discussion in 'Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves' started by AvgJoe, Dec 13, 2013.

  1. Spiegel

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    We have two superstars
     
  2. Spiegel

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    Then you are in need of an eye checkup. Harden found Garcia at least three wide open looks and Garcia bricked them. Casspis shots were the one dribble floaters he usually makes.
     
  3. Jake Tower

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    Yes, he needs to play to make the shot and have a plan for the ball; the refs swallow their whistles too often for it to be relied on, particularly at the end of games or in the playoffs.
     
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    Yip, still checks out
     
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    Yes, he flops too danged much, just play the game and try to make the shot, stop playing the refs.

    DD
     
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    I never thought this last season.

    But I've said more than once to my brother this season that he needs to try to score instead of try to get a whistle. It's so obvious on some of his drives.
     
  7. fchowd0311

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    He actually might be a below average finisher. First NBA superstar guard in NBA history who is a below average finisher. He needs to learn how to protect the ball going in the paint. NBA defenses aren't going for his baits nearly as much anymore, so he has to relearn how to finish strong by elevating and keeping the ball close to his body like normal NBA players. Back to the fundamentals Harden.

    At the moment, Harden is getting stripped more than half the time he tries to penetrate. It's a big reason why his turnovers per game are legendarily high this season.
     
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    Whats funny is in his new commmercial it is mentioned so you would think he will tone it down
     
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    People who feverishly dig up threads during games are hot
     
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    Those who mind, don't matter.

    And those who matter? They don't mind at all.
     
  11. xtruroyaltyx

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    Way too much.

    Harden needs to play ball more and stop trying to get calls.

    He's crossed that line where he's trying to draw fouls more than he's actually trying to score.
     
  12. fchowd0311

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    I bet Donald Trump reiterates that quote in his mind all the time.
     
  13. Haymitch

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    While dancing in the mirror?
     
  14. fchowd0311

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    Sure why not and then spending an hour meticulously placing each individual strand of hair on top of his head in the correct position.
     
  15. DaDakota

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    No we do not.

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