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The Latest Breaking News from James Harden

James Harden is still an elite floor general and playmaker, even if his scoring burst doesn’t fully come back

We've already talked about the lack of explosiveness from James Harden. But he is still an excellent point guard.

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Sean Keeler: Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic, back-to-back NBA MVP, is now greatest Denver athlete without a ring. But like John Elway, Peyton Manning, he won’t win one by himself.

Take Nikola Jokic off the Nuggets, they’re the Detroit Pistons. Joel Embiid can kick it to James Harden. Giannis Antetokounmpo runs with Khris Middleton and Jrue Holiday.

The Denver Post

Sean Keeler: Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic, back-to-back NBA MVP, is now greatest Denver athlete without a ring. But like John Elway, Peyton Manning, he won’t win one by himself.

Take Nikola Jokic off the Nuggets, they’re the Detroit Pistons. Joel Embiid can kick it to James Harden. Giannis Antetokounmpo runs with Khris Middleton and Jrue Holiday.

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David Murphy: The smart money is on the Sixers, but they still have one big problem to solve

Let's be clear about what we've seen over the last week. The Sixers are the better basketball team in this Eastern Conference semifinals series. In fact, at times, the difference between them and the Heat has looked downright startling.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Kyle Lowry questionable for Game 5 due to hamstring injury

Anthony Chiang: Kyle Lowry is listed as questionable for tomorrow's Game 5 with a strained left hamstring. Source: Twitter @Anthony_Chiang What's the buzz on Twitter? Brady Hawk @ BradyHawk305 Kyle Lowry questionable for game 5 tomorrow Personally ...

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SI:AM | Sixers, Mavs Have Top Seeds Shook

They looked like toast last week but things have changed quickly.

Sports Illustrated

James Harden Reminds Everyone What He Can Do

Harden’s stepback threes in Game 4 had a feeling of inevitability not felt since his time with the Rockets.

Sports Illustrated

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Mavs drill 20 three-pointers to pull level with Suns, Sixers beat Heat

Los Angeles (AFP) - The Dallas Mavericks rained 20 three-pointers and again neutralized Phoenix point guard Chris Paul to beat the top-seeded Suns 111-101 on Sunday and knot their NBA playoff series at two games each.

AFP

Philadelphia 76ers beat cold-shooting Heat to tie up playoff series

PHILADELPHIA — The Heat saw James Harden of old, not the old James Harden on Sunday night.

Miami Herald

Sixers pick up first win of the series, 99-79

It took a heroic performance from Joel Embiid, lights out shooting from Danny Green, some Tyrese Maxey magic, and even a big first-half from James Harden, but the Sixers cut into the Heat’s series lead with a 99-79 win on their home court in Game 3.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

LAYUP LINES: Joel Embiid is still as lonely as ever in Philadelphia after all these years

Joel Embiid needs some help. Still.

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Joel Embiid to return tonight in Game 3 vs. Heat?

Shams Charania: There's optimism Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid will return tonight in Game 3 vs. Heat, sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium. He has been fitted for a mask and will need to feel comfortable before green light. One of the NBA's ...

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Joel Embiid clears concussion protocols

Gina Mizell: Sixers say Joel Embiid has cleared concussion protocols and participated in today's shootaround. He remains listed as out for tonight's Game 3, but that status could change in the coming hours. Source: Twitter @ginamizell What's the ...

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In a 2-0 series hole without Joel Embiid, Sixers have nothing to lose against the Heat and must play like it

MIAMI — The cliché is reality in this situation.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

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Dave Hyde: Happy birthday to Victor Oladipo — and it’s the Miami Heat counting their blessings

Here came another heartwarming chapter in the Victor Oladipo Story. Yes, it’s a capital letter now. A Story. Put it in the Disney motif of wholesome lessons and positive themes and, as the Miami Heat playoffs progress, ever-expanding possibilities.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Bismack Biyombo is the X-factor for why Suns could win a title, and I’m not exaggerating

Phoenix Suns big man Bismack Biyombo gives his team all the frontcourt depth they need to succeed.

AFP

Top-seeded Heat burn Sixers again

Los Angeles (AFP) - The top-seeded Miami Heat overpowered the undermanned Philadelphia 76ers 119-103 on Wednesday to take a commanding 2-0 lead in their best-of-seven NBA Eastern Conference playoff series.

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Heat take care of business with 119-103 win over 76ers to go up 2-0 in series

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Nets’ Ben Simmons will have back surgery Thursday

NEW YORK — Nets star Ben Simmons will undergo back surgery on Thursday, adding yet another chapter to the saga that’s been his delayed debut in Brooklyn.

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Q&A: Juicy J on his James Harden-inspired playoffs anthem and why the Grizzlies are going to win it all

There was no better time for the Memphis legend to drop an NBA-inspired music video.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

David Murphy: Sixers’ Doc Rivers has no answers, and maybe that’s because there aren’t any

MIAMI — Before everybody dives too gleefully into the search for Doc Rivers’ replacement, they should at least do the man the favor of acknowledging that he has no good options. He may not even have an option that one would qualify as the least bad.

Sports Illustrated

SI:AM | The Heat Did Not Mess Around

They look like a real title contender.

Sports Illustrated

The Sixers’ Best Chance Going Forward Without Joel Embiid

Three thoughts on Miami’s Game 1 win over Philadelphia.

Miami Herald

Miami Heat comes alive in second half, blitzes 76ers to win opener of playoff series

This wasn’t the start-to-finish stressless joyride that might have seemed likely after the Heat sprinted to a 25-11 lead against Philadelphia at the outset of their second-round series on Monday night.

AFP

Herro leads Heat over depleted Sixers

Miami (AFP) - Tyler Herro scored 25 points from the bench as the Miami Heat exploited the injury absence of Joel Embiid to rout the Philadelphia 76ers 106-92 in their Eastern Conference playoff series opener on Monday.

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