When James Harden steps onto the court, you know something magical is about to happen.
Harden’s Hoops Heroics
You know that feeling when you’re watching a game and one player just takes over? That’s exactly what happened when James Harden lit up the scoreboard with 39 points against the Nuggets. The Clippers, fresh off a tough loss to the Timberwolves, found their groove again, edging past Denver in a nail-biter. And let’s not forget Jokic, who was doing his thing with 28 points, making it his sixth time hitting over 25 in just seven games. But this night belonged to Harden. Seriously, he was on fire!
Triple-Double Tease
Harden was so close to a triple-double, it hurts. With 39 points, 11 assists, and nine rebounds, he was a single rebound shy of that elusive stat line. I think it’s safe to say he’s still got it. Remember his 43-point explosion against the Wizards earlier? Yeah, he’s been cooking lately. Speaking of cooking, did you see that tweet from the NBA?
James Harden COOKED on his HISTORIC nightโฆ
39 PTS | 11 AST | 9 REB | 6 3PM | W@JHarden13 joined Steph Curry as the only players in NBA history with 3k 3PM!
โ NBA (@NBA)
Three-Point Milestone Madness
Harden wasn’t just scoring; he was making history. By sinking six shots from downtown, he joined Steph Curry in the exclusive 3,000 three-pointers club. That’s some elite company right there. “Another one of those accomplishments that you never take for granted,” Harden said. “The amount of work that Iโve put in โ countless days and nights where I put the work in โ a lot of people donโt see it but the results happen, so Iโm just thankful.โ And honestly, who wouldn’t be?
Clippers’ Comeback Season?
Even without Kawhi Leonard, the Clippers are holding their own in the West. A rejuvenated Harden is a big reason why, averaging 21.5 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 8.8 assists per game. It’s like he’s found the fountain of youth or something. But can they keep this momentum going? That’s the million-dollar question.
Here’s a quick look at the all-time three-point leaderboard:
- Stephen Curry โ 3,810
- James Harden โ 3,004
- Ray Allen โ 2,973
- Damian Lillard โ 2,660
- Reggie Miller โ 2,560
So, what do you think? Can Harden keep defying Father Time and lead the Clippers to glory? Or is this just a flash in the pan?
