Bearded Bonanza

James Harden’s Rookie Cards are heating up.

- Stephen Laroche

The man with the best beard in basketball is instantly recognizable to fans all over the world and James Harden is in the midst of his best season to date with the Houston Rockets in 2016-17. 

Now a grizzled eight-year veteran, Harden continues to be the dependable go-to man for his team and was leading the NBA in minutes played in addition to pacing all players in free throws and assists. His contributions on the court are certain to result in a fifth straight NBA All-Star Game appearance as well – something he has done each year that he has played in Houston.

Last season, Harden established a career mark with 29.0 points per game and while he is close to that mark this year, he is putting up assists at a fantastic rate of 11.7 a night. Playing under a new contract, he seems to be earning every penny as he eases into the point guard position.