James Harden

SB Nation picked nine NBA players who have the most to prove this season, with one SIxers player making the list.

The Sixers are back playing on Christmas after not playing last season and James Harden is happy.

In 21 regular season games with Philadelphia, Harden scored just 21 points per game, and just under 20 points per game in the 12 playoff games.

While they didn't make a blockbuster trade or signing, they added key depth pieces like De'Anthony Melton, P.J. Tucker, and Danuel House, along with bringing back guard James Harden.

The addition of P.J. Tucker solidifies the three-and-D need the Sixers have on the wing and adds toughness, shooting and defense.

The winner of Game 1 in best-of-7 series goes on to win the series 76% of the time.

Philadelphia Sixers head coach Doc Rivers said pregame that 'there is a lot to learn offensively' as guard James Harden is making his debut on Friday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

The Philadelphia 76ers are our saviors of Philly Sports Fans after the Sixers completed the blockbuster trade with the Brooklyn Nets

Many think 'The Process' was a failure or has been over, however, it remains a key part of the Sixers we see today.

Harden has missed the past six games and hasn’t appeared since Feb. 2 against the Sacramento Kings.