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James Harden 's inconsistent displays in the playoffs entered the spotlight following his poor performance in the Cleveland Cavaliers' Game 2 loss to the Detroit Pistons on Thursday night.
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Harden is going through the 17th season of his NBA career, his first with the Cavaliers . He started the 2025-26 season with the Los Angeles Clippers before they sent him to Cleveland in exchange for Darius Garland .
The Cavaliers acquired him with the ambition of forming a strong offensive duo between him and Donovan Mitchell . However, the challenges have been tougher than the team thought, now trailing 2-0 in the semifinal series against the Pistons.
Harden struggled once again in Game 2 throughout 37 minutes of action. He only had 10 points, six rebounds, three assists, and a steal. He shot 3-of-13 from the field, including 0-of-4 from beyond the arc, and 4-of-4 from the free-throw line. Turning the ball over four times, reporter Erik Slater compared the total shots Harden made to the turnovers he committed throughout the playoffs so far.
"James Harden in these playoffs: Made Field Goals: 52. Turnovers: 47," Slater wrote.
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How James Harden, Cavaliers played against Pistons
James Harden and the Cavaliers struggled on the road once again, faltering down the stretch in Game 2 against the Pistons.
Detroit enjoyed a great shooting night at home, making 49% of their total shots, including 50% from deep. It was the opposite for Cleveland as the hosts pressured them all night, holding them to 42% shooting overall, including a woeful 22% from three.
Three players scored in double-digits for Cleveland in the loss, including Harden. Donovan Mitchell led the team with 31 points, six rebounds, three assists, and two steals. He shot 11-of-24 overall, including 2-of-9 from downtown, and 7-of-9 from the charity stripe. Jarrett Allen came next with 22 points and seven rebounds, while Evan Mobley provided nine points and four assists.
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The Cavaliers will hope to avoid a 3-0 series deficit when they host the Pistons. Game 3 will commence on May 9 at 3 p.m. ET.
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