James Harden Responds To Backlash On Instagram: “No Matter How Many Times People Try To Drag My Name Under You Can’t.”

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The 2020-21 season has gotten off to a pretty rocky start for the Houston Rockets.

Perhaps the only thing more distracting than their current COVID-19 issues (that resulted in their opener having to be postponed) is the nature of their relationship with James Harden. The superstar’s unhappiness has been the biggest story since the end of the 2020 playoffs.

Even now, Harden continues to be involved in controversy. Earlier this week, severe backlash descended on him after he was caught at a strip club, breaking the NBA’s COVID-19 protocols.

In response to the viral video, the star has issued a statement, explaining his activity and complaining about the media blowing this whole thing out of proportion.

One thing after another. I went to show love to my homegirl at her event (not a strip club). Because she is becoming a boss, and putting her people in positions of success, and now it’s a problem.

Every day it’s something different. No matter how many times people try to drag my name under, you can’t. The real always end on top.

The NBA has fined him for breaking their COVID safety guidelines, but there are much bigger issues for the Rockets.

No matter how much you believe Harden’s side of the story, it was a poor show of judgment and leadership for him to attend that type of gathering with his team’s season opener so soon.

Of course, it is also raising speculation that he might have done it on purpose — either because he’s in a complete rebellion and is trying to force Houston’s hand or because he has just completely checked out and no longer really cares about the well-being of the Rockets.

While those conclusions are a bit harsh, it shows the reality of where things are right now. Harden’s reputation is not good and it seems every attempt he tries to make to explain himself only digs the hole deeper for himself.

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Nico Martinez is a veteran staff writer for Fadeaway World from Brooklyn, New York. He joined Fadeaway World in 2016 and is currently residing in Columbia, South Carolina. Nico holds a degree in Sports Management from Columbia International University where he built a strong foundation in the inner workings of sports media and management. Nico's contributions have significantly enhanced the credibility and depth of Fadeaway World's content, earning him recognition across the sports journalism community. His work has been discussed in prestigious publications like Sports Illustrated. A dedicated follower of LeBron James, Nico often leads coverage on news related to the basketball star. With nearly a decade of experience in sports journalism, Nico consistently provides comprehensive and timely basketball news, engaging a wide audience of basketball enthusiasts.Nico's most desired player to interview, past or present, is Kevin Durant. He is particularly keen on asking Durant if he has any regrets about his career, especially concerning his departure from the Oklahoma City Thunder, and why he engages so much with fans on social media. 
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