Los Angeles Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue has confirmed the playing time of new acquisition James Harden in his anticipated season debut.
The 2016 NBA championship mentor said that the 2018 NBA Most Valuable Player will be playing with a minutes restriction in his first game in a Clippers uniform, although he noted that the limitation won't be overly strict.
The 34-year-old has already been ramping up his conditioning during the past few days to get into game shape and be ready to help the Clippers contend for a championship.
Harden also recently underwent his official first photoshoot wearing the Clippers' uniforms, opting to wear the jersey number 1, which he also wore during his last stint with the Philadelphia 76ers.
New threads official 🌴@JHarden13 | @LAClippers pic.twitter.com/Pj3QNFdiYq
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The number 13, typically worn by the ten-time NBA All-Star, is presently taken by star forward Paul George in the Clippers, while it has been retired in Philadelphia as a tribute to Wilt Chamberlain.
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When will Harden make his Clippers debut?
Although he was on the sidelines, Harden did not play during the Clippers' last game, which was a 130-125 overtime loss against the Los Angeles Lakers.
League insider Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium reported that the six-time All-NBA First Team member plans to make his Clippers debut against the New York Knicks on Monday, November 6, at the Madison Square Garden.
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