With James Harden, Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey staying red-hot, Steve Alexander (@docktora) and Raphielle Johnson (@raphiellej) analyze what it means for Tobias Harris’ long term outlook in Philly. The duo also discuss the backcourt boost Cameron Payne, Darius Garland and Malcom Brogdon provided for their respective teams Wednesday night, as well as LaMelo Ball’s disappearing act in Cleveland. Also in this episode: the dynamic of Jalen Smith and Isaiah Jackson in Indianapolis, Raph jumping off the Alperen Sengun bandwagon, and Dr. A’s new mascot Aleksej Pokusevski.

 (01:20) James Harden impressive home debut in Philly

(09:37) Indiana big men

(16:48) Drop Kyle Lowry?

(19:30) Aleksej Pokusevski hype temperature check

(34:04) Listener submitted questions