On a night to remember, James Harden achieved yet another milestone in his incredible NBA career, further solidifying his place among the league’s greatest shooters. The LA Clippers star had the crowd buzzing with his outstanding performance, but it was what came afterward that made the moment truly unforgettable.
In a recent post-game interview, Harden paid a heartfelt tribute to his former OKC teammates and reflected on his journey after surpassing a legendary figure in three-point shooting.
James Harden’s Tribute to Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant
Harden stole the spotlight in his recent match between the LA Clippers and the Utah Jazz. He surpassed Ray Allen to claim the second place for the most three-pointers made in NBA history. With 6 minutes and 38 seconds remaining in the first quarter of the match, Harden’s 2974th 3-pointer helped him achieve this historic achievement. After the game, The Beard Harden paid a heartfelt tribute to his former teammates, Westbrook and KD.
Leaving the fans in awe, Harden in the interview stated that both of them played a huge role in helping him secure this achievement. He said:
They (Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant) set the blueprint. When I got there they had the blueprint of how to work… So all I did was just fall right in line… Those three years really helped me in my NBA career… From that point on, I was so comfortable and confident in myself. When I got traded to Houston, I knew I was gonna be successful… Shoutout to KD, shoutout to Russ, and the whole Oklahoma City organization.
James Harden’s heartfelt words served as a testament to the influence his former teammates had on his career. And with his outstanding performances, it’s clear that their impact played a pivotal role in shaping ‘The Beard’ into the player he is today. Notably, the recent game of the LA Clippers marked their seventh win for the season.
Clippers claim victory over Jazz.
The Clippers’ recent win marked the seventh win for the team out of 14 games they have played so far as they ended the game with the final score of 116-105, in the NBA 2024-25 season. Ivica Zubac led the team with 22 points in the game and Harden followed with 20 points, 6 rebounds, and 11 assists. The LA Clippers will be playing their 15th game of the season against the Golden State Warriors.
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As the season continues, fans will be keeping their eyes on James Harden to see if can lead the Clippers to win this season’s championship. Which team and player are you rooting for this season? Let us know in the comments section!
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