There’s no question that James Harden is on one of the biggest tears in NBA history right now. After 26 games, he’s averaging 39.3 points, 7.5 assists and 5.9 rebounds per game on 44.8 percent shooting from the field for the Houston Rockets. That 39.3 points per game scoring average is currently the third-highest in NBA history, only behind two seasons by Wilt Chamberlain (50.4 and 44.8) back in the early 60s.
The Rockets have needed every bit of Harden’s magic so far, often blowing big leads or falling further behind when he hits the bench for a few minutes to rest.