Brother Deng, how many more surprises do you want to give us! The more this happens, the more it will embarrass some people

In the 51st minute, the 36-year-old Harden carried the broken boat and won the game. Let alone now, 51 minutes of playing time has only appeared twice in Harden's regular season career. As a result, Coach Lu forced Harden to break his own record: the game with the longest regular season playing time. After the whole game, Harden scored 41+13+11. Not only was Harden the first 40+ triple-double in the history of the Clippers, but he also successfully surpassed Bird and became the oldest player in NBA history to score a 40+ triple-double.

After talking about Harden's greatness, let's talk about today's game. There is only one feeling, that is, I really can't do without Harden. After a short rest at the end, he was overtaken by his opponent. The second problem is that no one is available on the bench. I thought this was an easy game. I never wanted to connect the lineup but was easily overwhelmed by the opponent. Did the Clippers have no one to use? Of course not, don't forget that before the game started, Harden also sent an assist to Paul Sr., who then performed a dunk. This was exactly the opposite of Lu's coaching style. Paul had been put on the bench by Lu for many games, but Harden sent an assist to Paul at this time, just to prove that Paul had no physical problems. However, the reality is that Paul never played a minute, and Harden burned himself out in 51 minutes.

If the core of the Clippers' victory is Harden, then the best helper is Bogdan. He made 5 of 8 three-pointers in the game and scored 21 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists. You must know that before this, Bogdan, like Paul, was put on the bench by Director Lu and was not allowed to play. With Bill's season reimbursement, Bogdan became Director Lu's helpless move, but it was this choice that allowed the Clippers to successfully win this game. Isn't it a bit ridiculous to say that Paul can also complete alley-oop dunks, and Bogdan can help Harden share the pressure, but these two people were pushed to the bench by Director Lu. On the surface, the Clippers defeated the Mavericks, but by winning in this way, Director Lu will only be slapped in the face.

The most tearful thing is not the outstanding statistics Harden has scored, but the fact that Harden has played an average of 40 minutes per game in the past three games, and even played 51 minutes today. Seeing Harden hit consecutive three-pointers in overtime, and in the second overtime, he broke through the limits of physical fitness and led the team to victory. I really feel bad for Harden. The Clippers have so many capable players, but Harden is left to shoulder all the responsibility. Especially after Harden's floater was proved by AI simulation to not be an interference ball, Harden's helpless expression off the court made all the fans uncomfortable.

Why is Harden in such a situation? Apart from Lu's guidance, the biggest culprit is Leonard. He rested for so long after a flat sprain. Compared with Harden's attributes, it is simply a world of difference. When the playoffs come, Harden's physical energy is exhausted, and Leonard can just come out and pick up what's available. If the game fails, it will be Harden's fault. Fans have long been accustomed to Harden's ability to take the blame. However, all fans are sharp-eyed. Without Harden last season, the Clippers could not make the playoffs. But this season, the better Harden performs, the more embarrassing Leonard will be. Who is the leader of the team? Do you still need proof?

With Bogdan's recovery, the Clippers can put in a starting lineup with Harden, Zubac, Bogdan, Collins and Dunn. As for Leonard, he has become dispensable for the Clippers. Even if he comes back, it will only increase the troubles of Lu's guidance. I'm afraid it will take more than a dozen games to adjust the lineup, and Harden will have to work hard.