Sixers forward Tobias Harris has become a reliable secondary option on offense for the franchise, Tom Moore of the Bucks County Courier Times writes.
Harris, a respected leader in the team’s locker room, is averaging 23.6 points, 9.3 rebounds and 34.6 minutes per game during the playoffs. He’s shot 54% from the floor during those contests, trailing only Joel Embiid in points per game.
“I would list him right now as one of my favorite teammates ever,” teammate George Hill said. “He has a great sense of awareness of how things are going. He’s very open-minded, he listens (and is) just a great guy to be around. I think he’s a big leader for us and we’re going to continue to lean on him as we go through this journey.”
Here are some other notes from the Eastern Conference:
- The Nets won’t allow Kyrie Irving‘s ankle sprain to impact James Harden‘s return from a hamstring injury, head coach Steve Nash said, as relayed by Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). Harden missed most of Game 1 and hasn’t played since, with Brooklyn now missing two of its top three players due to injuries. “I think it’s an independent case. I don’t want James to be rushed back,” Nash said. “If he’s able to play next game and the game after, that’s fantastic.” As of Sunday night, no return timeline has been issued for either player.
- Eric Nehm of The Athletic examined how the Bucks can improve their offense prior to Game 4 on Sunday. Milwaukee bounced back with a much better offensive effort in the contest, winning 107-96 while shooting 44% from the floor. The team also recorded 27 assists in the outing.
- Brendan Rourke of Pacers.com reviews the season from Kelan Martin, who appeared in a total of 35 games. The 25-year-old Martin joined the Pacers last November after playing 31 games with the Timberwolves in 2019/20.
Nets need KD to step up on Tuesday and prove he can still have a 45-50 point game.
I agree KD has to take over, but I don’t think Nash should have completely written DeAndre Jordan out of the lineup. Yes, Griffin, Green, and Claxton are all better athletes and can space the floor better, but DJ really made Giannis work about a month ago. Nash should give him some time to wear Giannis down.
My thoughts exactly.
Giannis could win his first ring this year.
They aren’t getting past Philly if the beat Brooklyn. Milwaukee has some real issues.
That’s Hilarious. Philly gets beat by either Milwaukee or New Jersey in 5.
Kelan Martin was never on a two way contract with the Pacers. He was on a two way with the Wolves but he signed a standard deal with the Pacers
Bucks vs. Jazz would be an old school gritty finals. Also one easily forgotten by most fans. Lol But I would like to see it.
George Hill is perfect for running that second unit for us. His experience is just what the likes of Thybulle, Korkmaz and Maxey need. He’s also a decent defender and good outside shooter from time to time. Looks to be a good fit in the locker room too.
Glad Tobias has finally settled into the offence and he’s been really great this season and this post season.
This team just went first in the east, and looks set for the ECF. Crazy to think this teams is still so young and only just going to get better
Where are all the haters who said Tobias Harris was overpaid, had the worst contract ever, etc. and so on? Do they still troll here?
Yeah, worse than Horford’s, maybe negative. I don’t recall trade rumours though, and like Simmons, I wish the Cavs would get him, but no such rumors coming out.