Rockets Triumph Over Clippers as Harden Benched in Fourth Quarter

The Houston Rockets secured a 111-103 victory against the Los Angeles Clippers, with James Harden surprisingly benched during the final quarter.

James Harden, despite a strong start, was benched by Clippers' coach Tyronn Lue for the entire fourth quarter, sparking confusion among fans.
The Rockets extended their winning streak to three games, marking their first such streak of the season.
Jalen Green led the Rockets with 21 points, while Amen Thompson and Tari Eason each contributed 18 points off the bench.
The Clippers mounted a late comeback, cutting a 19-point deficit to just four, but ultimately fell short.
Harden is now just three three-pointers away from surpassing Ray Allen for second place on the NBA's all-time list.