Clippers Dominate Hornets with Harden’s Career-High Performance
Harden Shines in Road Victory
In a thrilling NBA matchup on Saturday evening, the Los Angeles Clippers secured a convincing 116-131 victory over the Charlotte Hornets, marking their fifth win of the season. The standout performance came from star player James Harden, who delivered an impressive display, finishing with 55 points, seven assists, and three rebounds.
Game Highlights
The Hornets initially took command of the game, nearly establishing a double-digit lead. However, Harden’s explosive performance turned the tide, as he scored a remarkable 27 points in the first quarter alstart-a career-high for points in a single quarter. This incredible effort propelled the Clippers to a 30-38 lead.
Despite holding a substantial lead that almost reached twenty points, the Clippers allowed Charlotte to close the gap to just five points by halftime. Notably, Harden also set a league record for the most points scored by a player in a half, amassing 35 points before the break.
As the second half progressed, the Hornets remained within striking distance, but the duo of Ivica Zubac and Harden led another surge, extending the Clippers’ advantage to over twenty points. The final quarter played out largely as a formality, with the Clippers comfortably concluding the game.
Player Performances
For the Hornets, Koon Kanple led the scoring with 26 points, while rookie Brandon Miller made a notable return from a shoulder injury, contributing 21 points to the effort. LaMelo Ball had a disappointing game, finishing with only 18 points and hitting just 1 of 7 attempts from beyond the arc.
This victory marks an impressive twelve consecutive wins for the Clippers, solidifying their status as a formidable team in the league this season.