James Harden

James Harden turned in a tidy performance in Tuesday’s 131-90 rout of the Kings, finishing with 21 points (6-of-14 FGs, 8-of-10 FTs), three rebounds, five assists, one steal, and a three-pointer.

Fantasy Impact

The Clippers dominated from start to finish, meaning Harden wasn't required to carry his usual heavy load. While the counting stats were modest by his standards, the highlight for fantasy managers—particularly in 9-category leagues—was his ball security. Harden recorded zero turnovers for the first time this season. He will look to ramp up the production again when the Clippers host the Jazz and Celtics to close out the week.

James Harden scored 28 points (7-23 FG, 3-9 3PT, 11-11 FT) with four rebounds and seven assists in Sunday's 112-99 victory over the Detroit Pistons.

Fantasy Impact

Harden struggled from the field Sunday, shooting just 30.4%, but compensated by going perfect from the free-throw line and adding seven assists. He will look to improve his shooting performance on Tuesday against the Sacramento Kings.

James Harden filled the stat sheet for the Clippers Tuesday night, dishing out six assists, recording two steals, grabbing four rebounds, and scoring 29 points (7-14 FG, 3-8 3PT, 12-13 FT) in a 128-108 win over the Rockets.

Fantasy Impact

Harden continues an impactful stretch on both ends of the floor, recording two or more steals, grabbing three or more rebounds, dishing out six or more assists, and scoring 13 or more points in each of his last five games. The veteran guard continues to offer head coach Tyronne Lue one of the few impactful options as part of an underperforming Los Angeles starting five, averaging 26.0 points, 8.1 assists, and 5.1 rebounds per game while posting a usage rate of 29.3% so far this season.

James Harden recorded a double-double for the Clippers Saturday night, dishing out 10 assists and scoring 21 points (6-20 FG, 4-12 3PT, 5-6 FT) while also recording two steals and grabbing four rebounds in a 103-88 win over the Lakers.

Fantasy Impact

Harden continues a solid stretch on both ends of the floor, grabbing two or more rebounds, dishing out six or more assists, and scoring 13 or more points in each of his last five games. The guard continues to provide fantasy managers with one of the few dynamic lineup options as part of an inconsistent Los Angeles starting five, averaging 26.0 points, 8.1 assists, and 5.2 rebounds per game while posting a usage rate of 29.3% so far this season.

James Harden has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Fantasy Impact

Harden played through a left calf contusion in Monday’s game against the Memphis Grizzlies but will be sidelined Thursday, with his status uncertain for Saturday’s matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers. With Harden out, Bogdan Bogdanovic and Jordan Miller are candidates for increased minutes, while Kawhi Leonard is expected to see a bump in usage.