Michigan State student John Hao, who survived the on-campus mass shooting in February that killed three students, watched the game as Harden’s guest. Harden met with Hao before the game, then scored 42 points including a go-ahead 3-pointer with 18.2 seconds left in overtime, securing a 116-115 76ers win to tie the Eastern Conference semifinal series at 2-2.
After the game, Harden signed his game-worn shoes, then gave them to Hao.
TODAY ☘️ Round 2 Game 4
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#BeatPHILA pic.twitter.com/1P7Iy8SX6t— Boston Celtics (@celtics) May 7, 2023
50 PTS
17 REB
10 AST
3 STL
2 BLKthese two at it again 🔥 pic.twitter.com/UQYw1lRWSD
— Boston Celtics (@celtics) May 6, 2023