James Harden set a Los Angeles Clippers franchise record by scoring 55 points in a victory against the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday, Nov. 22.
Harden scored 27 points in the first quarter of the 131-116 win, which ended a three-game losing streak. He finished with 10 three-pointers to break the previous team record of 52 held by Bob McAdoo (twice) and Charles Smith.
It was Harden’s 25th career game with 50 or more points. According to ESPN, he tied Kobe Bryant for the third-most 50-point games in NBA history.
Ivica Zubac added 18 points, nine rebounds and six assists for the Clippers.
Harden is averaging 26.5 points, 6.2 rebounds and 8.6 assists per game.
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