SIXERS JAMES HARDEN LOOKING LEAN, PLAYING MEAN
By Jerry Wein
The big question in Sixers camp is an elephant in the room:
Is prime, MVP-level James Harden done?
The 10-time All-Star averaged just 18.6 points on 40.5% shooting over 12 postseason games.
His 11-point closeout game against the Heat only amplified the concern.
Harden attributed his recent atrophy to injuries, which compromised his ability to stay in peak shape.
On media day he joked he had lost 100 pounds.
If the physical turnaround is real, a harsh correction on just how good Harden still is could be incoming.
