Why James Harden should start for the Oklahoma City Thunder next season? (Part-2)
Link for part – 1: http://www.senore.com/Why-James-Harden-should-start-for-the-Oklahoma-City-Thunder-next-season-Part-1-a71965
Improved Jump Shots
James Harden was selected by the Oklahoma City Thunder during the 2009 NBA draft as the third overall pick. During his tenure with the Arizona State University, the 21-year-old shooting was not renowned much for his mid-range jumpers.
However, James has improved considerably in the regard this season. His clutch shots in the game-2 of the Conference Finals are a testament to his growing reliability as a jump shooter.
James has turned himself into a complete package as is no longer restricted to a specific role. Considering the improvement in the jump shots which has given further depth in his game play, Oklahoma City should give Harden the
opportunity to start for the team
Ability to create own shots
Due to his great ball handling skills, James has the ability to create his own shots which creates a major offensive threat for any opposition. OKC’s veteran forward-centre Thabo Sefolosha is a fine player with an outstanding defence
however he lacks the spark on the offence which makes James a better option for the Oklahoma City to start with. Serge Ibaka is also one player, who often misfires on the offence. Harden can come in place of Ibaka or Sefolosha.
If Scott Brooks, the Oklahoma City Coach adds Harden in the starting five, it will add an extra dimension to OKC’s offence as they will have three players who are well capable of creating their own shots, Kevin Durant and Russell
Westbrook being the other two.
Fear the Beard
James harden is famous for his beard and this is what makes him recognizable on the court. The fans support him for that and every time he grasps the court, it gives them a reason to chant “Fear the Beard”. Having him in the starting
five, will add to the crowd interest and their support will spur the team on. This will not only improve James’ game-play, ultimately Oklahoma City will become much stronger.
James Harden might get Impatient
If Harden is not given the starter role soon, even after consistent improvement, chances are James Harden might grow impatient. The Thunder would not want to lose their third best player in the line-up. James has the potential
of becoming one of the best scorers in NBA. Instead of using the shooting guard sparingly from the bench, the Thunder should utilize his talent and assign him responsibilities. If Harden gets more minutes, he will only get better. The Thunder had a phenomenal
last season as they managed to reach the Conference Finals. In order to do even better next time, it’s essential for them to bring James in the starting line-up.
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