‘Grateful’ James Harden leads Cleveland Cavaliers into battle with Orlando Magic
The Straits Times
He is averaging 19.3 points, 7.8 assists and 5.0 rebounds through 11 games with the Cavaliers. Read more at straitstimes.com.
ORLANDO – Cleveland Cavaliers point guard James Harden reached another career milestone, becoming the ninth member of the 29,000-point club on March 9 against the Philadelphia 76ers.
His quest to reach 30,000 begins on March 11 (March 12, Singapore time), when the Cavaliers hit the road to play the Orlando Magic.
“The Beard” put together another efficient game in the 115-101 home win over Philadelphia, totalling 21 points. It was his sixth 20-point game since joining the Cavaliers in a trade with the Los Angeles Clippers.
“The Cavs gave me an opportunity to go out and showcase my game, so I’m grateful,” said Harden, who has 29,017 points in 17 seasons. “It’s a testament to the hard work I’ve put in over the years.”
Harden is averaging 19.3 points, 7.8 assists and 5.0 rebounds through 11 games with the Cavaliers, who have won 18 of their last 24.
All-Star shooting guard Donovan Mitchell continues to score at a career-high pace of 28.4 points per game, combining with Harden to form arguably the most dynamic backcourt in the league.
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