Nash: Harden has 'gap to make up,' not ready to return

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 22: James Harden #13 of the Brooklyn Nets walks toward the bench against the Boston Celtics in Game One of the First Round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Barclays Center at Barclays Center on May 22, 2021 in New York City.
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Brooklyn Nets head coach Steve Nash said Sunday that James Harden still has a "gap to make up" as the star guard continues rehabbing from hamstring tightness, according to ESPN's Malika Andrews.

Nash noted Harden has progressed to participating in on-court work, including shooting drills, as he works his way back to the floor.

Harden began experiencing tightness in the opening minute of Game 1 of his team's second-round series against the Milwaukee Bucks. He hasn't played since.

Brooklyn's other stars have stepped up in the 31-year-old's absence. Kevin Durant is averaging 30.3 points through the series' first three games, while Kyrie Irving is posting 23 points per contest.

The Nets hold a 2-1 series lead over the Bucks ahead of Game 4 on Sunday.

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