“Harden really sunk this team” – Clippers suffers EMBARRASSING loss to Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray-less Nuggets, NBA fans blame former MVP for destroying team chemistry

Woeful performance by James Harden criticized by fans.

“Harden really sunk this team” – Clippers suffers EMBARRASSING loss to Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray-less Nuggets, NBA fans blame former MVP for destroying team chemistry

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Experiencing an unexpected setback at the Crypto.com Arena, the Denver Nuggets handed the LA Clippers a surprising defeat, concluding with a score of 104-113. Despite the widespread perception favoring the Clippers as favorites, they faced a formidable challenge due to the absence of Nuggets’ star players Nikola Jokic, Aaron Gordon, and Jamal Murray, all sidelined with back, heel, and muscle injuries.

Featuring Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, former MVP James Harden, and Russell Westbrook, the Clippers boasted a complete roster. Notably, Reggie Jackson spearheaded the team’s statistics chart with an impressive 35 points, 5 rebounds, and 13 assists, while Kawhi Leonard showcased his prowess as the Clippers’ best player, contributing 31 points, 8 rebounds, and three assists.

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Despite the anticipation that the seasoned 14-year NBA veteran and former MVP James Harden would elevate the Clippers’ performance, he fell short of expectations, registering 11 points, five rebounds, and 4 assists.

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This defeat marked the Nuggets’ third consecutive victory against the Clippers, a noteworthy achievement given the absence of their top three players. The Clippers, despite having all their star players available, currently find themselves in the 11th position on the Western Conference standings.

Frustration and Outrage as Fans Vent Over James Harden’s Disappointing Performance

Disappointment swept through fans as James Harden and the Clippers suffered a shocking loss to the Denver Nuggets last night. Despite confronting a Denver team missing key players due to injury, the LA Clippers, with James, Paul George, Kawhi, and Westbrook on the bench, failed to secure a victory. Even the presence of the former MVP couldn’t boost team morale.

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Having been traded from the 76ers, James Harden was anticipated to be the missing puzzle piece, bringing a galactic presence to the Clippers roster. Fans on X (formerly Twitter) expressed their frustration with his performance.

As Clippers and James Harden enthusiasts hope this was merely a fluke, they eagerly await a stronger performance when the team travels to Sacramento to face the in-form Sacramento Kings.

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