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EPISODE · May 21, 2026 · 16 MIN

Who bounces back stronger in Game 2: Donovan Mitchell or James Harden?

from Afternoon Drive on The Fan

Discussions focus on the perceived rivalry between Donovan Mitchell and Jalen Brunson and the pressure on James Harden to perform in Game 2. Nick and Jonathan also examine coaching comments regarding analytics and question the character of fans who exit playoff games before a comeback occurs. 01:00 - Mitchell vs. Brunson Perception 03:52 - Critique Of Coaching Analytics 06:59 - Harden And Mitchell Performance 11:41 - Fans Leaving Games Early 14:40 - Player Nicknames And Lawsuits

Discussions focus on the perceived rivalry between Donovan Mitchell and Jalen Brunson and the pressure on James Harden to perform in Game 2. Nick and Jonathan also examine coaching comments regarding analytics and question the character of fans who exit playoff games before a comeback occurs. 01:00 - Mitchell vs. Brunson Perception 03:52 - Critique Of Coaching Analytics 06:59 - Harden And Mitchell Performance 11:41 - Fans Leaving Games Early 14:40 - Player Nicknames And Lawsuits

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