WWE superstar The Miz roasts James Harden on live TV, leaving commentators stunned

The Miz Takes a Shot at James Harden’s Playoff Struggles

WWE superstar The Miz brought his signature humor to the Los Angeles Clippers broadcast during their victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday, giving fans a rare crossover moment between the NBA and WWE. However, his comments soon took a pointed jab at Clippers star James Harden, sparking chatter.

The Miz’s Playoff Dig at Harden

Midway through the second quarter, The Miz joined the commentary booth with Lauren Rosen, Clippers courtside reporter. When asked which Clippers player would make the best WWE superstar, The Miz didn’t hesitate to name James Harden — but with an important caveat: “James Harden, just not in the playoffs. Regular season James Harden is definitely a WWE superstar. The whole brand is there.” The remark was a clear dig at Harden’s widely discussed underwhelming playoff performances over the years.

Harden’s Lackluster Performance

While The Miz’s comment was met with some disagreement from the broadcast team, he made it clear that his intention wasn’t to undermine Harden’s overall talent, just his inconsistency in the postseason. On the night of the game, Harden posted a rather quiet performance with 10 points on 3-of-9 shooting, as Kawhi Leonard led the Clippers’ 131-106 victory.

The Miz’s Top NBA Stars for WWE

Later in the broadcast, The Miz also revealed his top five NBA stars who could transition into the WWE. Although Harden was singled out as a possible WWE superstar, he didn’t make The Miz’s top five list. Tyrese Haliburton took the number five spot, followed by LeBron James at number four. Draymond Green landed third with his fiery personality, while Michael Jordan and Charles Barkley claimed the top two spots.

Wrestling and Basketball Blend

Despite his criticisms, The Miz emphasized that he believes Harden would excel in a WWE setting, recognizing his flair for showmanship. As for the WWE, The Miz was on-hand to promote WWE RAW’s debut on Netflix, alongside their upcoming event at the Clippers’ Intuit Dome.

In what was a fun and unexpected exchange between two worlds, The Miz’s remarks served as a humorous reminder of the NBA and WWE’s shared love for entertainment and theatrics.