James Harden Shatters Clippers Scoring Record with 55 Points in Crucial Win

James Harden set a new Los Angeles Clippers franchise record, pouring in 55 points (10 triples, tying career high) in a 131-116 victory over the Charlotte Hornets. He scored 27 points in the first quarter and 35 by halftime, the most in a single half this season. This prolific performance, which included a signature four-point play, helped the Clippers improve to 5-11 and snap a three-game skid, delivering a much-needed win after losing 9 of their last 10 games. Harden stated, "The work I put in individually, I do it for the entire team. I'm just trying to find ways to win games." He is the only player to hold the single-game scoring record for multiple franchises.