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Mar 10, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden (1) during warmups before the game against the Brooklyn Nets at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
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Mar 10, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden (1) during warmups before the game against the Brooklyn Nets at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
There is no denying that Philadelphia 76ers star James Harden is one of the biggest superstars in the league. He once belonged to the talented trio of Russell Westbrook, Kevin Durant, and himself playing for the Oklahoma City Thunder. Moreover, he was also often regarded as the most talented out of the three.
However, many believe his off-court activities have hindered his growth as a basketball superstar. Harden is regularly criticized for his off-court lifestyle which includes eating unhealthy and partying.
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It seems the 10-time All-Star is looking for redemption this season. According to reports, the former All-Star has lost a lot of weight which has left fans on the Internet bamboozled.
Fans on Twitter react to the latest update surrounding James Harden
Former MVP James Harden is looking to be in his best shape this season. A while ago, reports confirmed that the former MVP is ready to take a pay cut to help his team sign good players. Now, according to reports, he has lost 100 pounds which has left fans on Twitter in utter disbelief.
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Here are some of the best reactions.
Ain’t no way he lost 100lbs, he’d be a toothpick
— S.Dot (@S_DOT326) September 26, 2022
twitter trolls when they can't use the same overweight jokes now pic.twitter.com/2melhFKkZf
— Chappie (sad steelers fan) (@my_chappie) September 26, 2022
What’s his diet? https://t.co/AQtK2CIyxi
— Joe. (@_GrandMasterJoe) September 26, 2022
Goddamn…tf did he weigh last season? https://t.co/mLqhQtqmX6
— Tussle Wilson (@WeatherMane) September 26, 2022
mvp szn https://t.co/DOJ9FKpWDK
— Shes not white shes Albanian (@3rdIPunk) September 26, 2022
As the above reactions suggest, some fans have been wondering about James Harden‘s initial weight last season. He made the blockbuster move from the Brooklyn Nets to the Philadelphia 76ers last season.
Philly’s early exit from the playoffs last season
Needless to say, wherever he goes, he carries all his haters along. Despite having a good team with players like Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, the 76ers failed to make it far into the playoffs.
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Feb 27, 2022; New York, New York, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden (1) and center Joel Embiid (21) check back into the game in the second quarter against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports
They faced Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference Semi-Finals. Embiid faced an injury and the team clearly struggled.
They failed to advance further as the Heat beat them 4-2. Harden averaged 18.2 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 7.0 assists. On the other hand, Jimmy Butler lead the Heat from the front. He averaged 27.5 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 5.5 assists. (Source: basketballreference.com)
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