Harden scores 31 as Rockets rout Lakers 112-95 (The Associated Press)

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The Houston Rockets toyed with the Los Angeles Lakers in the first half before showing what they can do when they are motivated and working on all cylindars.

Game Leaders

• James Harden #13, Houston

  Pts:	31
  Reb:	3
  Ast:	5

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  Julius Randle #30, LA Lakers

  Pts:	12
  Reb:	11
  Ast:	2

James Harden scored all of his 31 points in the first three quarters, and the Rockets pulled away from the Lakers with a pivotal run in the third en route to a 112-95 victory Sunday night.