Points per game averaged by shooting guards in their 17th season or later: Kobe leads the way with 27.3 points, Harden currently has 28.4 points

In the NBA regular season, the Clippers defeated the Hornets 131-116.

In the entire game, Clippers star Harden played 35 minutes, making 17 of 26 shots, 10 of 16 three-pointers, scoring 55 points, 3 rebounds, 7 assists and 1 steal.

According to statistics, Harden has averaged 28.4 points per game so far this season.

The NBA's historical scoring record for a shooting guard in his 17th career season or later is Kobe's 27.3 points per game.