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Rockets' James Harden remains Pistons' focus with Russell Westbrook out

Although Russell Westbrook will miss Saturday’s game against Detroit, Pistons coach Dwane Casey’s job won’t be any easier.

“Is Harden still playing?” he said.

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“They’re a good team, still a very good team…Westbrook is one of the all-time fastest guys getting down the floor, so it won’t be as fast or aggressive in the transition game but still very lethal offensive transition team.”

Coming off back-to-back 50-plus point performances against Cleveland and Orlando, James Harden remains Casey’s focus with Westbrook given the night to rest.