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Rockets escape Washington with a win behind Harden's 42

James Harden rebounded from a tough night in Brooklyn to carry the Rockets to a win in Washington.

One night after laying a 10-point egg in a loss at Brooklyn, James Harden came out looking to redeem himself against the Washington Wizards. Harden scored 42 points on 13-23 shooting, including 5-9 from deep to go along with 9 rebounds 7 assists, 2 steals and 2 blocks to lead the Rockets to a 109-103 victory over the Wizards.

The Rockets started fast, as they got got a quick 5 points in the first period from Corey Brewer, who started in place of the injured Trevor Ariza.