James Harden's iso ball draws Tracy McGrady criticism after Cavaliers loss
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Updated · Yahoo Sports · May 6
James Harden's iso ball draws Tracy McGrady criticism after Cavaliers loss
4 articles · Updated · Yahoo Sports · May 6
Detroit beat Cleveland 111-101 in Game 1, with Harden scoring 22 but committing seven turnovers that helped produce 31 Pistons points off 20 Cavaliers giveaways.
McGrady and Carmelo Anthony said Harden should attack downhill earlier instead of overdribbling, arguing Detroit's top-ranked playoff defense thrives when it can sit in passing lanes.
Harden accepted blame, saying his turnovers were decisive and promising improvement before Game 2 on Thursday night at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit.
Can the Pistons' defense continue to expose the Cavaliers' backcourt flaws, or will Cleveland find a way to adapt in Game 2?
How much did coach Bickerstaff's insider knowledge of the Cavaliers influence Detroit's defensive game plan in this crucial win?