21+17+14！The low-profile Rockets made a stunning debut, and Harden's 40 million contract cameThe Nets have been eye-catching lately, with a three-game winning streak that is exciting. And with Harden on the verge of returning, how will the team's potential be tapped?Whether the Nets can repeat the Raptors' legend in the playoffs has become the focus of high expectations. The Nets had a strong performance in their most recent game, beating the Wizards 124-97 to make it three wins in a row. This is a real surprise, because the Nets have been plagued by injuries and superstars have been absent from time to time since the beginning of the season.
But the team showed great strength, just like the Raptors back then. This makes people wonder what a miracle Harden will bring to the team when he joins the Nets, especially in the playoffs.
Harden was a former member of the Nets, reaching the Finals with the team in 2012, but unfortunately lost to the Heat. Now that Harden is on the Clippers, his situation may not be as good as it could be, so will he return to the Nets to reunite with his former teammates and challenge for a championship together?
The Nets currently have a strong roster, and although they lack superstars, they have gathered many strong players. Simmons is injured, but the Nets still show strong overall strength and the team is complete. In their last game, all six Nets players scored in double figures, with Bridges scoring a game-high 28 points, Claxton and Johnson each contributing 18 points, Thomas and O'Neal each with 14 and Smith with 10.
The Nets have an offensive efficiency of 589%, compared to 40 for the Wizards7%。The Nets were equally good on the defensive end, grabbing 54 rebounds, including 16 in the frontcourt, compared to the Wizards' 35 rebounds and six in the frontcourt. The Nets have 10 more assists than the Wizards, to 29.
This kind of performance can't help but remind people of the Raptors in 2019, who also didn't have a superstar, but finally won the championship with a group of powerful players.
As for the possibility of Harden joining, the current situation does not seem optimistic. Harden had a falling out with Philadelphia in the offseason, and several ** have suggested that he return to the Nets. Two seasons in Philadelphia didn't go well, failing to reach the desired long-term contract and failing to build a tacit understanding with teammates such as Embiid and Simmons.
Harden's stats have declined, averaging points per game from 316 points slipped to 258 points, and the three-point shooting percentage has also dropped. Philadelphia lost Game 7 of the first round of the playoffs to the Hawks, and Harden scored just 13 points in the game while shooting just 231%, for which he expressed his frustration with Philadelphia management and coaching staff, hoping to be traded to a competitive team.
The Rockets were Harden's former club, but due to the team's massive blood turnover, they no longer cater to Harden's needs and rejected his request to return. Harden has been a key player for the Rockets for eight seasons, but as the team's strategy adjusts, he's no longer their first choice.
And with the Clippers, despite Harden's great performance in his first season, he struggled in his second season, failing to renew his contract and working with Leonard and George as expected. Harden's frustration with the Clippers' management and coaching staff, as well as his quest for a better roster, has led him to want to be traded to another team.
The Nets' relationship with Harden dates back to 2012, when the Nets were a young and promising team, and Harden made an important contribution to the team as a sixth man. Now that old friends are reunited, the Nets are a strong team, and the addition of Harden may bring them more firepower and make a fantastic team. It will be interesting to see if the future of the Nets can work miracles like the Raptors without superstars.
The Nets have a strong roster, and despite the lack of superstars, the build-up of quality players makes the team a competitive team that cannot be underestimated. In the last game, six players scored in double figures, showing excellent teamwork.
Bridges' efficient scoring, Claxton and Johnson's consistent performances, and the contributions of Thomas, O'Neal and Smith combined to build a solid battle line for the Nets. Offensive efficiency and solid defensive performance have allowed the Nets to show a team with strong team cohesion on the court.
At the same time, Harden's possible return has become the focus of fans' attention. The Nets' historical ties to Harden, especially his 2012 run to the Finals, make this possible reunion all the more significant.
The addition of Harden will inject a shot in the arm for the Nets and further enhance the overall strength of the team. And Harden's leadership and scoring ability on the court will also bring more opportunities for the team to win against opponents.
However, whether Harden's comeback can bring a miracle similar to the Raptors remains to be seen by time. In the 2019 Finals, the Raptors defeated the stronger Warriors and won the championship with their powerful players and excellent teamwork.
Whether the Nets can achieve a similar feat under Harden and become a high-profile title contender is a highly anticipated story.
Finally, the future of the Nets is full of uncertainties and expectations. From existing players to Harden's potential joining, the Nets are gradually building a team with a solid foundation and a high degree of tacit understanding. Their performance may be able to surprise fans and add more excitement to the NBA season as a whole.
Whatever the future holds, the Nets' fighting spirit and team cohesion will be a sign of pride for fans, and we look forward to continuing to create more brilliant chapters on the court. The future of the basketball world is full of excitement and anticipation, let us witness whether the Nets can reshape the legend of the Raptors and write their own glorious chapter.