James Harden finally set for Nets return after long absence
NY Post
James Harden is finally on the verge of returning to the court.
The Brooklyn star hasn’t played since an April 5 victory over the Knicks. But after missing 18 straight games with a hamstring strain – the longest injury absence of his ironman career – Harden could suit up Wednesday night against San Antonio at Barclays Center. Harden is listed on the Nets’ injury report as probable after The Athletic previously noted that he plans to play, assuming his pregame warmups go smoothly.
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