Is James Harden Playing Tonight vs Kings? Sixers Release Injury Update for 6ft 5” Star Guard

The Philadelphia 76ers have been one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference. Holding on to a 29-16 record, Doc Rivers’ boys sit 4.5 games behind the #1 Boston Celtics. While James Harden was out for an entire month, it was Joel Embiid whose contributions are a major reason behind Philly’s success.

However, since The Beard’s return to the lineup, the 76ers have become an even better team. Yes, the southpaw isn’t putting up ballistic numbers like the Houston Rockets days, nevertheless, he has still been very effective.

The 6-foot-5 guard has been extremely phenomenal amid the Sixers’ current 5-game road trip. So far, with the Pennsylvania-based franchise going 4-0 on the road, the 2018 MVP has been averaging 19.3 points, 11.8 assists, and 6.5 rebounds per game.

With Philly aiming to go undefeated on this road trip, James’ availability will be extremely crucial for the clash against the Kings. However, is he going to suit up tonight?

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James Harden listed as Questionable against the Kings

Back in November, Harden sat out for quite a few games due to an injury on his right foot. Even though James has not reaggravated the same injury, it seems as though the front office wants to give their 6-foot-5 star rest.

In the team’s injury report, the 33-year-old is listed as Questionable due to injury management for a tendon strain in his right foot.

James Harden is listed as questionable for tomorrow’s matchup with the Kings due to injury management #Sixers

— Ky Carlin (@Ky_Carlin) January 21, 2023

If Harden goes on to miss out on the clash, Tyrese Maxey is most likely to share the backcourt with De’Anthony Melton. Joel Embiid, who is playing some of the best basketball of his career, will have to carry a huge chunk on the offensive load.

With both the two #3 teams of their respective conference being in-form, the battle will promise to be an entertaining thriller.

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