Scottie Pippen says Harden needs to pass the torch to Russ, allow Russ as a PG to lead the Rockets. Says Harden will still get his opportunities, lead the league in PPG and will be effective in different ways now.

Bontemps Philadelphias upcoming schedule Knicks Suns Hawks twice Jazz Bucks Wolves Nets Then an Atlanta-Cleveland-Memphis stretch at the end of the month Difficult part of the schedule to navigate without James Hardens services to say the least

We love to see humble comments by players like Steph and Giannis passing off the best in the world title - but what are some examples of weirdly self-deprecating comments by players

PG says its normal for a rookie to get a game ball for scoring their first points

Russell Westbrook obliterates Kevin Durant's show attempt with the good defense