Philadelphia 76ers superstar James Harden showed up to TD Garden in a fashion statement that caught the attention of NBA fans on social media ahead of Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Boston Celtics. While some found it entertaining, others questioned if it was a distraction from the team's playoff focus. With fellow superstar Joel Embiid out with a knee injury, the pressure is on for Harden to step up and lead the Sixers to victory. While Harden had a strong showing in the first game of the season against Boston, history shows that Harden's playmaker role could yield the best version of the Sixers. With Harden focusing on his pass-first point guard skills and maintaining his elite three-point shooting, the Sixers are a theoretical championship contender. The offense can center around Embiid at the elbow and Tyrese Maxey on the perimeter, while P.J. Tucker and Georges Niang offer veteran 3-and-D wings. Tobias Harris can spot up shoot and sometimes score one-on-one, De'Anthony Melton can provide athletic defense, and Paul Reed and Jalen McDaniels can bring energy off the bench. As the playoffs roll on, the focus will be on how Harden performs on and off the court.