Former ESPN host Max Kellerman belittles James Harden's poor performance with comparison to Trump
Max Kellerman, a former ESPN host, criticized James Harden's performance by comparing it to the election of Donald Trump. This comment followed the Cleveland Cavaliers' significant loss to the New York Knicks, where Harden's defense was notably targeted. Knicks coach Mike Brown confirmed that they adjusted their strategy to exploit Harden's weaknesses during the game.
- ▪Max Kellerman compared James Harden's acquisition by the Cavaliers to electing Donald Trump as president.
- ▪The comparison was made after the Cavaliers lost a game to the Knicks, blowing a 22-point lead.
- ▪Knicks coach Mike Brown admitted they game-planned around Harden's defense during the match.
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| Publication time | Wed, 20 May 2026 17:20:07 -0400 |
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OutKick-Sports Former ESPN host Max Kellerman belittles James Harden's poor performance with comparison to Trump Knicks coach Mike Brown admitted to gameplanning around Harden's defense after Cleveland's collapse Tuesday night By Bobby Burack OutKick Published May 20, 2026 5:20pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video The Fellas From The 'Ruthless Podcast' Hang Out With Jimmy Failla The co-hosts of the 'Ruthless Podcast' join Fox Across America With Jimmy Failla to talk about what drives the companionship that exists among all the various hosts and on-air talent at Fox News. Former ESPN host Max Kellerman says the Cleveland Cavaliers made the same mistake trading for James Harden as Americans did in electing Donald Trump president.
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