James Harden and Russell Westbrook don't trust each other, according to Jay Williams

According to ESPN analyst Jay Williams, Houston Rockets' James Harden and Russell Westbrook have some trust issues. Williams showed a clip of Rockets vs Cleveland Cavaliers game to make his points. He also called it days biggest story and compared it to a Drake song. He highlighted a moment with only 5 seconds left on clock. Harden appeared to look at Westbrook but hesitated to make a pass despite him being wide open. Harden passed ball to Westbrook, who missed shot. 

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NBA 2019-20: ‘James Harden And Russell Westbrook Have Trust Issues’ – Jay Williams

Williams pointed out that it is a major issue for Rockets as game draws to an end. William also implied that Harden thought twice before passing ball to Westbrook. He thinks that Harden must be wondering if he can trust his number two and if Westbrook can't shoot, Harden would t want him on Rockets' roster as it does t suit ir offence. Hence, Williams believes re are trust issues. Many fans did t agree with Williams on social media. Many believed that Williams was overreacting and is reading too much into one clip. Many thought that re was real story in Williams' analysis and y assumed Harden was in takeover mode. Fans also thought that trust issues could t be analysed on basis of one short clip. 

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Even though Williams believes duo might have issues, Westbrook did t seem to have any problem while teaming up with Harden. In an interview with a sports channel in July, Westbrook spoke about both of m being aware of ir one-goal – winning NBA Championship. He added that someone has to sacrifice, and he is okay with that. Westbrook also said that he has problem playing 'off ball'. 

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