Former Cleveland Cavaliers Champion Calls for James Harden to Be Benched
Summary
The Cleveland Cavaliers lost a big lead in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the New York Knicks. Former Cavaliers player Channing Frye criticized James Harden’s defense and suggested that the coach should bench him until his defense improves.Key Facts
- The Cavaliers lost a 22-point lead in the fourth quarter of Game 1 against the Knicks.
- The Knicks targeted James Harden on defense, especially in one-on-one situations.
- Knicks guard Jalen Brunson scored 16 of his 38 points in the fourth quarter while Harden was defending him.
- Knicks coach Mike Brown said the strategy was to attack Harden frequently.
- Channing Frye, a former Cavs champion, said Harden should be benched for playing poor defense.
- Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson said he never thought about benching Harden because he believes Harden is a good isolation defender.
- Game 2 of the series is scheduled for Thursday at 8 p.m. ET.
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