For what it’s worth, Harden isn’t the only guard in the league currently facing foul-baiting accusations. New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson recently responded to similar claims about his style of play by denying them and challenging his defenders to be more disciplined.

Los Angeles Clippers star James Harden made it clear a level of mutual respect remains between he and former teammate Kevin Durant.

Harden's return will give the Clippers a boost against the 19-7 Lakers, who will be without Austin Reaves and Deandre Ayton. The Lakers handled the Clippers easily in their previous matchup on their way to a 135-118 victory this season, so this will be a revenge opportunity for Harden & Co.

It has been years since James Harden and Kevin Durant last played as teammates, but in the eyes of the Los Angeles Clippers star, his relationship with

Some league execs believe that the Los Angeles Clippers could look to move James Harden ahead of the February deadline.

One veteran executive is confident that one-time league MVP James Harden could be on the move sooner rather than later.

The following players are ahead of James Harden on the NBA’s all-time assists list: Gary Payton, Isiah Thomas, Oscar Robertson, Russell Westbrook, Magic Johnson, Mark Jackson, Steve Nash, LeBron James, Jason Kidd, Chris Paul and John Stockton.