James Harden Says Cavs Are The 'Better Team' Despite Knicks' Sweep, Talks NBA Future After Playoffs
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Key Points:
- The New York Knicks swept the Cleveland Cavaliers 4-0 in the Eastern Conference Finals, preventing James Harden and the Cavs from reaching the NBA Finals.
- Despite the sweep, Harden believes Cleveland was the better team and expressed a strong desire to return to the Cavs next season, holding a player option this summer.
- Harden's performance in the series was underwhelming, averaging 16.0 points and shooting below 40 percent from the field, raising questions about Cleveland's willingness to offer him an extension.
- Star guard Donovan Mitchell also expressed commitment to Cleveland, emphasizing the team's unfinished business and goal of winning a championship for the city.
- The Cavs plan to analyze their shortcomings, with Harden attributing the Knicks' victory largely to their ability to make key shots, while Cleveland struggled offensively.