Jarrett Allen thrives with James Harden, posting strong offensive numbers

Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen is experiencing a significant boost in performance due to James Harden's arrival. Allen has posted 29 and 22 points in games with Harden in the lineup, a notable improvement after being an offensive afterthought for long stretches this season. Harden's play-starting ability and precision in pick-and-roll situations are unlocking Allen's potential as a play finisher. Lineups featuring Harden at point and Allen at center are recording 120.7 points per 100 possessions (88th percentile) and 108.9 points per 100 possessions in the half-court (98th percentile), highlighting their strong chemistry.