Rings aren’t everything, but James Harden sure could use one.

James Harden may be the biggest enigma in NBA history. I mean, the guy has averaged 35 points per game over the last two seasons, yet have you ever heard anyone tell you he’s their favorite player?

I’m not talking about Daryl Morey, he doesn’t count. Though the Rockets GM did just say he feels he has let Harden down with the talent around him.

Now, of course, Morey has also previously said Harden is a better scorer than Michael Jordan, causing many to instinctively flail like Harden does when looking for a call. Personally, I’m genuinely curious what The Beard’s eventual place will be in basketball lore. Because he’s undeniably a virtuoso offensively, individually capable of running a prolific team.

But at the same time, his playing style is endlessly criticized, and cherry picked clips of his defense have been YouTubed