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NBA World Roasts James Harden After Awful Defense In Cavaliers’ Loss To Hornets

James Harden faced heavy criticism from fans after a rough defensive performance during the Cleveland Cavaliers‘ 124-112 loss to the Charlotte Hornets. In the third quarter, Harden completely switched off on a defensive possession, allowing a wide-open shot, failing to…

By Rob Andrew Lo · Heavy

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 4:57 AM

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Fans heavily criticized James Harden on social media for poor defensive effort during the Cavaliers' loss to the Hornets.
Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson called out the main group for lacking energy, passion, and toughness after the defeat.
The defeat against the Hornets dropped the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 5-6 record amid a two-game losing streak.

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Fans criticized James Harden's defensive effort and perceived lack of energy following the Cleveland Cavaliers' loss to the Charlotte Hornets. Social media users reacted strongly to Harden's performance, labeling him disinterested as the Cavaliers fell to a 5-6 record on a two-game losing streak.

Following the defeat, Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson publicly criticized the main group's lack of energy and highlighted team rebounding issues. Harden previously signed a three-year, $97 million contract extension with Cleveland during the 2026 offseason.

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