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Jun 19, 2021; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden (13) shoots over Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) in the first quarter during game seven in the second round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports
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Jun 19, 2021; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden (13) shoots over Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) in the first quarter during game seven in the second round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports
One of the teams who will have a serious bounce back will be the Brooklyn Nets. While they have the most talented ‘Big 3’, injuries got the better of them last season. However, this season is a different story. James Harden, Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving will be ready to go.
Harden suffered an injury in the playoff prior to Kyrie going down. Despite not being at full health, he suited up and played the final few games against Milwaukee. He even hit some crucial buckets for them. However, it was evident that he couldn’t play at his best.
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Jun 15, 2021; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets shooting guard James Harden (13) controls the ball against Milwaukee Bucks point guard Jrue Holiday (21) during the third quarter of game five of the second round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
But now he is back in the lab and he is looking as good as ever. With the scoring prowess he has, we are in for an exciting season with the ‘Beard’.
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James Harden making tough shots
Harden has solidified himself as one of the most talented scorers. Once joining the Nets, he even showcased his playmaking ability. While he is a great scorer, it doesn’t come without putting in work every day. And Harden is well aware of that.
Recently, the ‘Beard’ put out his workout video, and he is looking crafty. He is practicing his dribble moves and looking good on his feet. In addition, his layup package is as clean as anyone’s in the league. He was also practicing his famous step back and other unique game moves to add to his arsenal
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Looking at the way he is moving, it is only good news for all the Brooklyn fanatics. However, one major concern still exists. Kyrie is yet to take the vaccine, and the league is quite strict when it comes to vaccine mandates. Hence, if he fails to take the vaccine, he won’t be able to participate in any home games. So the Nets will have to go 41 games without KAI in the upcoming season.
On the brighter side of things, Harden and KD will definitely be ready to go. After last season, their only goal will be to lift the Larry O’Brien. If they do, it will be Harden’s first-ever NBA championship, and what better way to do it but in a comeback season.
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