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James Harden Makes NBA History in Clippers vs Trail Blazers

LA Clippers guard James Harden passed Boston Celtics legend Paul Pierce on a major list

Farbod Esnaashari

Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden (1) shoots against Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons (1) during the first half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden (1) shoots against Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons (1) during the first half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images / Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
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The Los Angeles Clippers hosted the Portland Trail Blazers on the final night of NBA Cup qualifying games at the Intuit Dome tonight. While the Clippers may no longer qualify to advance NBA Cup, James Harden made sure to put on a show for the fans tonight and made some history along the way.

Late in the third quarter, Harden hit a signature stepback to cement himself in the history books. With his 26,396 career points, James Harden surpassed John Havlicek for sole possession of 18th place on the NBA’s all-time points list.

Harden, however, wasn't done making a name for himself. In pure James Harden form, he sunk a buzzer-beater three at the end of the 3rd quarter to put him up to 17th all-time in points, surpassing the Boston Celtics legend Paul Pierce.

In the absence of Kawhi Leonard and the departure of Paul George, James Harden has stepped up to be a leader and the superstar that the Clippers needed. In 22 games this season Harden has averaged 22.3 points, 7.2 rebounds, 8.9 assists, and 1.7 steals per game on 39/35/90 shooting splits.

When Harden arrived in LA, he was met with his fair share of critics who claimed he wasn't a productive player or one that could contribute to a contending team. Harden has done more than enough to show his critics he still has a lot left in the tank.

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Farbod Esnaashari
FARBOD ESNAASHARI

12-year NBA veteran that's covered the league on Sports Illustrated, Forbes, Bleacher Report, and ESPN.

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