# Hour 3: Kenny Atkinson: Cavs Would Lose Without James Harden

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Published: 2026-05-21T14:00:53+00:00
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Kenny Atkinson defends James Harden's role with the Cleveland Cavaliers while suggesting they would not have advanced past the first round without him. Mary Kay Cabot joins to provide updates on the Browns' quarterback competition between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders. They also discuss the implications of Deion Sanders communicating with the coaching staff and the future status of veteran Joel Bitonio. 01:20 - Atkinson Defends James Harden 04:45 - Harden Versus Darius Garland 07:55 - Harden's Impact On Frontcourt 11:45 - Browns Quarterback Battle Update 16:45 - Myles Garrett Voluntary Absence 20:05 - Joel Bitonio Career Future 23:25 - Deion Sanders Coaching Input 28:30 - Brennan Sorsby Gambling Controversy 35:40 - Final Cavs Pressure Thoughts

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