Cavs' Donovan Mitchell, James Harden create playoff chemistry. Opinion
Cavaliers guards Donovan Mitchell and James Harden have played just two postseason games together, but they have been dynamic. "They're a problem."
CLEVELAND — James Harden used the term "ball hawk" while answering a question about the Cavaliers forcing the Toronto Raptors into a season-high 22 turnovers during Game 2 on April 20 at Rocket Arena. Sitting next to Harden during a joint postgame news conference, fellow Cavs guard Donovan Mitchell interjected to ensure Harden did not plan on transforming into a ball hog. "Hog or hawk?
" Mitchell asked with a chuckle. “Hawk, like attack the ball," Harden said before cracking a smile and continuing his answer. Communication between NBA stars who join forces is vital.
It's also a huge reason the fourth-seeded Cavs captured a 115-105 wire-to-wire win over the fifth-seeded Raptors and a 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven first-round playoff series. Game 3 is scheduled for 8 p. m.
Thursday, April 23, in Toronto. Cavs coach Kenny Atkinson noted Harden and Mitchell have been engaging in an ongoing dialogue throughout games. They are on the same page, and their synergy is evident on the postseason stage.
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