James Harden Slams NBA's Plans For A Mid-Season Tournament

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Harden doesn't seem too enthused about this one.

James Harden is dominating the score sheets this season and it has allowed the Houston Rockets to secure a spot in the upper echelon of the Western Conference. Harden is seen as a prominent figure in the NBA so when the league is looking to make changes, the media wants to know what someone like Harden is thinking and feeling. The latest reports circulating around the league suggest they want to shorten the season and create a mid-season tournament which could have implications on the playoffs. They would also create play-in games for the postseason which would help benefit bubble teams.

Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle asked Harden about this and he had a pretty succinct thought about it all. Essentially, Harden isn't a big fan and even likens it to his college days.

These changes are quite polarizing and not everyone is a fan of it all. The NBA seems to be looking to take the European soccer approach to their league which could be a unique little change. Despite this, it's a far cry from what all of us are used to so it may take the NBA quite a bit of time before they permanently make these changes.

Stay tuned for any updates regarding the NBA's plans as we will be sure to bring them to you. 


About The Author
Alexander Cole is the current Managing Editor of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. During this time, he has shown an expertise in Air Jordans, Yeezys, and all things that have to do with Nike. His favorite kicks are the Air Jordan 1 High OG, the Air Jordan 4, the Air Jordan 6, and the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in the "Beluga 2.0" colorway. Although his collection might not be the biggest, he is always looking to add new styles to it. When it comes to sports, Alex has a particular interest in the NBA and the NFL. His favorite teams are anywhere LeBron goes, and the Kansas City Chiefs. As a Montrealer, the Montreal Canadiens hold a special place in his heart, even if they haven't won the Stanley Cup in his lifetime. Alex also works for the Concordia Stingers, where he provides play-by-play and color commentary for the football, hockey, and basketball teams His favorite hip-hop artists are Kendrick Lamar, Playboi Carti, Travis Scott, and Lil Uzi Vert.
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