James Harden Gives Kawhi Leonard And Paul George Flashbacks Of ‘Torching Them’ Following His 35 Point Night: “Seen It A Lot Being On The Opposing Team”

Sourav Bose | 19/12/2023
James Harden Gives Kawhi Leonard And Paul George Flashbacks Of 'Torching Them' Following His 35 Point Night: "Seen It A Lot Being On The Opposing Team"

James Harden finally seems to be settled at his new home at the Los Angeles Clippers as he continues with his match-defining performances. The recent away game win against the Indiana Pacers was no exception as The Beard went 35-3-9 on the night. Alongside petrifying the opponents, his performance made two of his teammates, Kawhi Leonard and Paul George, thankful for his inclusion.

Leonard in particular felt fortunate to witness the brilliance of James from up close. He stated,

“It was very entertaining. It was like I paid for some seats tonight. I’m happy to be on this side of him being hot.”

Kawhi expressed his gratitude, mentioning, “I’ve seen it a lot being on the opposing team. But tonight it was amazing to watch”.

PG did the same soon after the final buzzer as he declared, “That’s vintage”. 

“That’s James right there,” he highlighted before adding, “I remember those days of having to matchup against that”. 

The 33-year-old mentioned, “Once he gets going, he’s the best at creating space and creating off the dribble”. “Watching it on his side now, it’s fun to watch,” Paul stated after his team’s away victory.

The duo together was no less than exceptional themselves as they combined for 55 points on the court. Featuring as forwards, George registered 27-3-4 on the night while Leonard went 28-2-1 to earn the triumph. With this, the Clippers climbed up the conference table to cement their spot at the 6th position with a 61.5% win percentage.

James Harden is coming into his own at the Los Angeles Clippers

Following the acquisition of Harden, the team went on a six-game losing streak. It took the roster an ample amount of time to stitch things together but they finally seem to have done so. The franchise is currently on an eight-game winning streak as they rise in the Western Conference as a potent force.

James had a major role to play in that as he himself candidly shared his thoughts on “figuring it out”. “We’re coming together. Our chemistry is building game by game,” the 34-year-old mentioned. “We still have a long way to go, but we’re definitely headed in the right direction,” the 2018 MVP added.

On an individual level, the focus and dedication of the 10x All-Star seemed to have improved too. He even recently addressed his doubters publicly, showcasing his faith in his qualities openly. Harden shared a post of himself with the caption, “First they love you, then…nvm,” to display his current state of mind.

Everything around this scenario has been panning out positively for the Clippers star. After months of dramatic events in the offseason, James finally seems to have found a good fit for himself. As the organization continues to go past the obstacles, the fans patiently wait for his next chapter with the team.

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Sourav Bose

Sourav, a seasoned NBA journalist at the SportsRush, discovered his profound love for basketball through the brilliance of Stephen Curry and Steve Kerr with the Golden State Warriors. With over 600 articles in his career, he has established himself as a dedicated and prolific writer in the field. Influenced by 'The Last Dance' documentary and the anime 'Slam Dunk,' Sourav's passion for basketball is marked by insightful observations and a comprehensive understanding of the sport's history. Beyond his role as a journalist, he delves into the strategic dimensions of sports management and explores literature in his spare time, reflecting a well-rounded approach to his craft. Sourav's journey is characterized by a commitment to unraveling the intricacies of basketball and sports in general, making him a reliable source for NBA enthusiasts and a seasoned observer of the sports landscape.

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