The Clippers lost 101-129 to the Magic and suffered a three-game losing streak.

In the entire game, Harden played 30 minutes and 56 seconds, making 8 of 16 shots, 5 of 11 three-pointers, 10 of 12 free throws, 31 points, 5 rebounds, 8 assists and 2 steals, and 5 turnovers, with a game-low plus-minus of -20.

James Harden has performed well in scoring this season, averaging 26.5 points per game and shooting 44% from the field. This is his best scoring performance since the 2019-20 season (leaving the Rockets).

In the 14 games that have been played, he averaged 26.5 points per game, which is the sixth highest score in his 17-year career.