The Los Angeles Clippers won their fifth game in a row on Friday night and, unsurprisingly, James Harden was a major reason why.
He led his team with 30 points and that was just the latest strong performance from the superstar.
According to StatMamba, per Hoop Central, Harden leads the entire NBA in 30-point games since 2014.
Harden has critics for a number of reasons, but no one can say he can’t score.
James Harden leads the entire NBA in 30-point games since 2014, per @StatMamba —
Generational scorer. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/lK01YlCFVx
— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) March 22, 2025
It’s been another strong year for the 11-time All-Star.
Harden is averaging 22.6 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 8.7 assists per game, shooting 39.8 percent from the field and 34.5 percent from beyond the three-point line.
For his career, Harden has an average of 24.1 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 7.2 assists.
Over the last few years, people have complained about Harden’s output and energy on the court.
They say his head and heart weren’t in the game like in previous years.
However, Harden is having a powerful season again and is performing much better than last year.
Additionally, he has looked much more comfortable with the Clippers and has embraced his leadership role too.
Harden might not be scoring as much as he did during his peak years with the Houston Rockets, but he’s still a terrific scorer and a capable and proven floor general.
The Clippers are the seventh seed in the West with a 40-30 record.
They have a very good chance of reaching the playoffs, which could raise some concerns.
Harden has been in the postseason many times, but a lot of fans don’t like how he performs when he reaches the playoffs.
This season could be a chance for redemption for Harden.
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