Harden supplied 36 points (10-25 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 13-17 FT), 10 rebounds, 10 assists, three blocks and one steal in 39 minutes during Saturday's 122-115 win over the Lakers.
Making his return after missing a string of games due to COVID-19 protocols, Harden turned in a vintage performance without Kevin Durant (COVID-19 protocols) by his side. Harden worked his way to the free throw line 17 times and even chipped in a season-high three blocks to go with his first triple-double since Nov. 27. Coming into the day, Harden was shooting just 40.4 percent from the field, but history suggests that number should gradually rise as the season progresses. He's now attempted at least 10 free throws in eight of his last 15 games.