James Harden

Basketball player and MVP award recipient

James Harden - Basketball player and MVP award recipient
Born

August 26th, 1989
35 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Born in 1989, this basketball player gained recognition for exceptional skills on the court. Played for the Oklahoma City Thunder, Houston Rockets, and Brooklyn Nets in the NBA. Achieved the NBA Most Valuable Player award in 2018. Known for prolific scoring ability, facilitating playmaking, and unique step-back three-point shot. His offensive versatility paved the way for scoring records during his tenure with the Rockets.

Won the NBA Most Valuable Player award in 2018

Led the NBA in scoring for multiple seasons

Was selected to numerous NBA All-Star games

Achieved multiple All-NBA First Team selections

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