Houston Papa John's creates Harden-inspired 'MVPizzas'
Papa John's celebrated James Harden's first career MVP award by giving away pizzas created in his likeness.
The chain announced Monday prior to the 2018 NBA Awards that it would offer Harden-inspired "MVPizzas" to customers in the Houston area if the Rockets star won MVP honors. Papa John's said it used a three-cheese blend as a nod to Harden's league-leading 265 three-pointers, jalapenos because of his hot shooting, and Italian sausage to represent his Euro step.
Houston area Papa John’s (on Westheimer Road) offering James Harden “MVPizzas” to the first 63 carryout orders beginning Tuesday if he wins the MVP Award tonight. Pizzas have black olives, three cheeses, jalapeños, Italian sausage & extra sauce. pic.twitter.com/n7aqwPkbdS
— Darren Rovell (@darrenrovell) June 25, 2018
As promised, the first 63 customers at the restaurant on Tuesday left with the limited-edition pies.
The line for the #MvPizza is growing!!! pic.twitter.com/l1iG0qxzcE
— 100.3 The Bull (@TheBullHouston) June 26, 2018
Behold. The @JHarden13 #MvPizza!!! WE GOT THE FIRST!!!! pic.twitter.com/j7Cj2HBLbO
— 100.3 The Bull (@TheBullHouston) June 26, 2018