#23 – Clippers’ James Harden Surpasses LA Legend Jerry West on NBA’s All-time Scoring List

The Los Angeles Clippers have left behind the initial struggles of their star-studded lineup, where securing a single victory proved challenging. A surge in form is evident as they clinched a decisive 111-95 win over the New Orleans Pelicans, marking their fifth consecutive win. Paul George stole the spotlight by erupting for 24 points, connecting on 6 well-timed three-pointers. Kawhi Leonard provided substantial support with 19 points, while the remaining half of the Big 4 each contributed 8 points. James Harden, true to his form, excelled in distributing the ball, all while carving a piece of history for himself.

The Pelicans, on the other hand, saw their four-game winning streak come to an end. They came out further dampened by the early exit of Zion Williamson due to a right leg contusion.

James Harden surpasses Jerry West

James Harden entered the game with a golden opportunity to climb the NBA’s all-time scoring chart. Needing just 4 points to surpass the legendary Jerry West, Harden wasted no time in claiming the 23rd spot.

Harden achieved the feat in 1029 games, as opposed to Jerry West’s 932. The next on the list is Reggie Miller, with 25279 points in 1389 games.

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Through early in the third quarter, the game unfolded as a low-scoring affair for Harden. He had only notched 8 points with a 2/6 shooting record from the field. Despite his scoring struggles, Harden made things easy for his teammates, contributing 10 assists, instrumental in the Clippers extending their double-digit lead.

The Clippers might have found their perfect lineup

While banners are typically not raised in January, the current state of the Los Angeles Clippers is a delightful spectacle for fans. Once grappling to find their footing, the Clippers now appear to be reclaiming their winning form, thanks to a newfound harmony and synergy in their star-studded lineup.

In recent games, the Clippers have fielded a starting lineup comprising James Harden, Terance Mann, Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, and Ivica Zubac. Clocking over 260 minutes together this season, the lineup stands as the most played by the Clippers since the arrival of PG and Kawhi in 2019.

The recent string of successes suggests that the team possesses the determination and eagerness to rebound from even the most challenging situations. Looking ahead, once James Harden and Russell Westbrook start contributing more, the Clippers will be more dangerous than ever.

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As of now, the Clippers have won in 14 of their last 16 games, elevating their season record to an impressive 22-12.