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Harden's New Role: Unselfish Play Fuels Cavs' Playoff Run
15 May
Summary
- James Harden adapted to a new role, sharing duties with teammates.
- Coach Atkinson praised Harden's calm demeanor and maturity.
- Harden contributed 30 points and six assists in a recent win.
Throughout the current NBA Playoffs, James Harden has exhibited a notable shift in his on-court approach. Under coach Kenny Atkinson with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Harden has moved away from his historical 'heliocentric' style of play. He has embraced sharing ballhandling duties and offensive execution with teammates such as Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, and Max Strus.
Coach Atkinson has observed significant growth in the veteran star, particularly in his willingness to move the ball. Harden's scoring remains potent, but his field goal attempts are now less reliant on isolation plays. This adaptation has been a key talking point, differentiating his current role from his time with the Houston Rockets and Brooklyn Nets.
