The Los Angeles Clippers star James Harden recently showcased his qualities as a locker-room leader in a press conference. Harden has been in great form since mid-season; he was a crucial part of the Clippers making the playoffs this season.
‘The Beard’ revealed himself as one of the leaders of the Clippers squad as he proceeded to explain his job aside from playing basketball. “Of course, I wanna play well individually, and then I want our team to play well. So, I think it is my job as one of the leaders of this team to make sure our guys are fulfilling you know their potential,” said James Harden during the presser.
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He highlighted that he has a responsibility to make sure that the players on the Clippers squad are fulfilling their potential. He also wanted to play well as an individual player and see his team play well. Later, he explained the importance of other players on the squad apart from the popular ones.
“Whi (Kawhi Leonard) and PG (Paul George), we know what to expect out of them, you know what I mean? But as far as the other guys, we are making sure that we are all on the same page like you know TMann, Norm, and AC because those guys are gonna help us win and get to where we wanna go. So I think that’s my job as one of the leaders on this team,” added Harden.
He further mentioned that other players on the squad are equally important as the popular ones since everyone will help the team win when it matters.
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Clippers to face the Dallas Mavericks in the first round of the playoffs
The Los Angeles Clippers will face the Dallas Mavericks in the first round of the Playoffs. It will be an exciting series to watch as some of the biggest names in the league will clash against each other.
On the Clippers’ side, they have James Harden, Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, and Russell Westbrook, all in fantastic forms. If the Mavs are not cautious, the Clippers could overwhelm them and win the series early.
Likewise, the Mavs have the dynamic duo of Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic. Both of these players have been on a tear this season. If the Clippers are not cautious, this dynamic duo can end the Clippers’ postseason journey very quickly.
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