James Harden

Yes, James Harden led the league in assists for the second time in his career in 2022-23. And yes, he can also still score whenever he wants a bucket. Evan Mobley was reminded of this fact as he found himself locked in a mismatch with the 10-time All-Star, as Harden put his legendary evasive handles on full display. Mobley tried in vain to keep up but Harden ultimately won the battle with a contested layup even as a help defender drifted over to provide support. Harden posted 19 points, four rebounds and 12 assists for one of his 36 double-doubles on the season as his Philadelphia 76ers earned a hard-fought 118-112 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on February 15, 2023.