James Harden Doesn't Hold Back Thoughts on Cavaliers Coach Kenny Atkinson
Summary
The Cleveland Cavaliers traded for James Harden during the season and improved their performance. Harden praised Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson for helping him fit into the team quickly. Although the Cavaliers were swept by the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals, Harden supported Atkinson despite criticism.Key Facts
- The Cavaliers traded Darius Garland and a second-round pick to get James Harden from the Los Angeles Clippers.
- After the trade, the Cavaliers had a strong finish with a 20-9 record.
- James Harden said coach Kenny Atkinson understood the team well and helped him adjust quickly.
- Harden acknowledged that criticism is a part of the game and may be directed at anyone on the team, including himself and the coach.
- The Cavaliers lost the Eastern Conference Finals to the New York Knicks without winning a game (a sweep).
- Coach Atkinson faced criticism for his comments comparing Cleveland's analytics favorably to New York early in the season.
- The final loss was a 130-93 defeat at home for the Cavaliers.
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