New Delhi, Nov. 23 -- James Harden unleashed a historic 55-point masterpiece on Saturday, leading the Los Angeles Clippers to a commanding 131-116 victory over the Charlotte Hornets. The 36-year-old scripted his name in the franchise record books with his remarkable performance.

James Harden was unstoppable from the beginning. He scored 27 points in the first quarter alone and had 35 by halftime. He finished the game shooting 18-of-28 from the field and knocked down 10 three-pointers.

This 55-point gem shattered the old Los Angeles Clippers mark of 52, shared by Charles Smith (1991) and Bob McAdoo (1975). For a team that's leaned on star power since relocating from Buffalo and San Diego, Harden's feat feels like a fresh chapter in their...