James Harden Helps Out Michigan State Student Who Was Paralyzed In Mass Shooting

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On February 13, 2023, a mass shooting occurred on the campus of Michigan State University, in which three students were killed and five others injured.

20-year-old John Hao is one of the students who was severely injured, and had his life changed forever, as his injuries left him paralyzed from the waist down.

Hao is a huge fan of James Harden, and when Harden heard Hao’s story, he came through. The Sixers star spoke with Hao via video call, sent him game-worn shoes and donated to his go-fund-me, to cover for some of the medical bills.

“Everything will work itself out. You’re strong. Keep pushing and keep fighting.”