Close game alert: James Harden, Blake Griffin scorching the nets in L.A.

Steven J. Gaither

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James Harden and Blake Griffin brought their A games in the first half on Saturday night. 

Harden had 40 points through three quarters on Saturday night, while Griffin went for 24 points and 6 rebounds as the Rockets held an slight lead early in the fourth quarter. Both players surpasses 30 points with less than three minutes left in the fourth. 

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Harden has been on a tear as of late, scoring 25 or more points in each of his last four games, including 43 on Friday against the Kings. 

Griffin is currently averaging more than 28 points per game for the Clippers. 

Steven J. Gaither