James Harden became the 10th leading scorer in NBA history as the LA Clippers were defeated 109-106 by the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Entering the night 11th on the all-time list, Harden passed Carmelo Anthony’s total of 28,289 points in the third quarter at the Target Center in Minneapolis.
Harden finished with 34 points, bringing his career total to 28,303 – 293 behind ninth-place Shaquille O’Neal.
“It’s a blessing, a testament to the work I’ve done,” Harden, 36, said.
“It’s an honor, especially with someone like Carmelo, who has done so much greatness for this league.”
