Paul Pierce Reacts to James Harden 61 Point Performance 'Unanimous MVP This Season'

elmotsangtt · Jan 25, 2019

hakeemthagreat said: ↑

Eric Gordon & PJ aren't D-Leaguers. But I understand
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Ennis, Chrisis, Clark, Harkinstein, Edwards, small forward position are the D league level. . That is why we need backup center and a starter of small forward

hakeemthagreat · Jan 25, 2019

elmotsangtt said: ↑

Ennis, Chrisis, Clark, Harkinstein, Edwards, small forward position are the D league level. . That is why we need backup center and a starter of small forward
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We have a backup center his name is Kenneth Faried. The other backup is Nene. Both are FAR from d-league material

Deuce · Jan 25, 2019

I don't disagree. I just am fearful of the goal posts moving as evidenced in the past. To improve the margin for error, better team success relative to the West would be a big help.

Elephant810 said: ↑

The fact that Westbrook won MVP, largely on stats, sets a precedent.

Voters would look dumb not to gi Harden considering the year Westbrook won, Harden and Kawhi achieved greater team success while putting up fantastic numbers in their own right, with better efficiency.

More interestingly, not only does the precedent of stat based MVP strengthens Harden's case, but in a way lends credence to the traditional narrative for winning MVP as well. During WB's MVP season, the Thunder were healthy and its roster was comprised of NBA level players (Victor Oladipo is now an all star). Harden's Rockets have been decimated with injuries and for the past 20 or so games forced to start d-leaguers and players off waivers.

Like literally, Harden has put this team on his back. Without him, the Rockets' falls apart. They let a 12 point lead slip to 4 against the lowly Knicks in a span of maybe 2 minutes. This example isn't an anomaly, it's happened all season, illustrating the point that if Harden doesn't score outrageous video game stats, the Rockets might be the worst team in the league. That Harden is putting these incredible stats in a meaningful and impactful way demonstrates the core principle of the MVP award... and that is demonstrating value, and right now Harden is demonstrating it more so than any other players in the league.
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