James Harden showed out as the Clippers won their 6th straight game 👀 28 PTS \ 7 REB \ 15 AST \ 4 BLK He also became the 24th player in NBA history to reach 25,000 career points 🙌
Harden's Milestone and Leonard's Brilliance Propel Clippers Past Warriors in Thrilling Clash
NBAFriday, 15 December 2023 at 14:51
In a highly anticipated clash, James Harden reached a career milestone by scoring his 25,000th point while delivering an impressive performance with 28 points, 15 assists, and seven rebounds.
Harden's standout display, alongside Kawhi Leonard's commanding 27 points and eight rebounds, propelled the Los Angeles Clippers to their sixth consecutive victory, prevailing 121-113 against the struggling Golden State Warriors on Thursday night.
Norman Powell emerged as a crucial factor, contributing 21 points, with 10 crucial points in the final quarter, boosting the Clippers to overcome the absence of Paul George, who missed his first game of the season due to injury. The Clippers showcased resilience, securing their eleventh win in 14 games and maintaining an unblemished 5-0 record at home in December.
"James does what he does," commented Clippers' coach Tyronn Lue. "With PG sidelined tonight, he elevated his game. Having more control of the ball, he had to generate plays for himself and his teammates. That's precisely why he's here, and tonight was a monumental performance from him."
Harden joined the elite ranks of NBA history, becoming the 24th player to reach the 25,000-point milestone, achieving this feat with a basket at the conclusion of the third quarter. Since his arrival, Harden has seamlessly integrated into the Clippers' lineup, displaying remarkable shooting skills and adapting his game to complement the likes of Leonard and George, the latter absent due to a left hip injury.
"Be it two points or (28) tonight, winning is paramount," emphasized Harden. "For me, it's not about individual stats; it's about securing wins, fostering team chemistry, and continuing to grow. Tonight was another step forward for us as a collective unit."
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