Harden's Stellar Performance Leads Clippers to Victory Over Rockets in Playoff Push
Source: news.source.gmanetwork_ph
James Harden's 35-point game, alongside Ivica Zubac's first career triple-double, led the Los Angeles Clippers to a 134-117 win against the Houston Rockets. The Clippers are vying for home-court advantage in the NBA playoffs, maintaining a record of 48-32, which ties them with the Denver Nuggets for fourth place in the Western Conference. The Rockets, despite resting several starters, were led by Reed Sheppard and Jeff Green but couldn't overcome the Clippers' lead.
Key Points
James Harden scored 35 points and Ivica Zubac achieved his first career triple-double in the Clippers' victory.
The Clippers are in a tight race for home-court advantage in the playoffs, currently tied with the Denver Nuggets.
The Rockets rested several key players, which impacted their performance against the Clippers.
The Clippers led by as much as 19 points during the game, securing the win despite a late push by the Rockets.
