This is not just an ordinary victory, but a shocking battle that heralds the return of Harden - the 36-year-old Harden scored an astonishing 41 points in the game with only 17 attempts, an efficiency that can be described as remarkable.
It must be said that although Harden is already a veteran in the league, his form has not declined at all due to age, but rather there is a sense of getting fiercer with age.
In this game, Harden was like a living basketball monster, completely disorienting the opponents, and the Clippers also took advantage of this big win to show their strong potential in the West.
You know, Harden's scoring efficiency is not something to be taken lightly, 41 points in 30 minutes, this data would make anyone's eyes light up in any game.
What's even more amazing is that this score did not rely on a frenzy of three-pointers, but rather on precise mid-range shots and strong breakthroughs, Harden's performance makes people can't help but think of those young days - strong, decisive, accurate.
Nowadays, although Harden is already 35 years old, he still maintains that explosive power and scoring desire, and can still carry the team's offensive banner in critical moments.
This game also made the Clippers' head coach Tyronn Lue praise Harden's performance, believing that such efficient scoring is rare in players of any age, and Harden's competitive state is simply astonishing.
After this big win, the Clippers have finally made a breakthrough in their record. With this victory, the Clippers' record has risen to ninth in the West, only 0.5 games behind the fifth-place Nuggets, with a record of 15 wins and 12 losses.
In fact, the Clippers' overall performance is quite good, especially in the absence of Leonard due to injury, they were able to maintain such a record, which is really surprising.
The Western Conference is fiercely competitive, and if the Clippers don't step up, they could fall out of the playoff spots at any time.
Although this big win looks like it swallows thousands of miles, the Utah Jazz are in a rebuilding phase this season, with a significant gap in strength.
If the Clippers want to stand out in the West, they still cannot take chances and must remain vigilant.
Regarding the future of the Clippers, they also have new developments - according to American media "Fadeaway World" reported, the Clippers may propose an important trade request to the Rockets before the trade deadline, targeting the Rockets' forward player Jusen Tate.
Information from multiple sources indicates that Harden and Tate have trained together many times during the offseason, and Harden highly values Tate's tenacious spirit and tough style, laying the groundwork for this trade.
According to Jonathan Feigen, a reporter for the "Houston Chronicle," Harden is very impressed with Tate and believes he is a reliable teammate, especially in the face of high-intensity defense, Tate's calm performance is very in line with the Clippers' needs.
It is understood that the Clippers are prepared to offer PJ Tucker and two future second-round draft picks in exchange for Tate and Aaron Holiday.
Whether this trade can succeed has also sparked a lot of discussion among fans.
Tate is a very stable frontcourt player, although his playing time this season with the Rockets is less, but he was once the starting small forward of the Rockets, with considerable experience.
His playing style is very suitable for the Clippers - steady, cautious with the ball, good at defense and rebounding, which is exactly the kind of versatile player that the Clippers lack in their current lineup.
The addition of Tate will provide more depth and stability on the front line, which is absolutely a cost-effective trade for the Clippers.
Aaron Holiday in the trade plan is also a role worth paying attention to.
Although Holiday's playing time with the Rockets is not much, he is known for his three-point shooting accuracy, which can provide the necessary outside firepower support for the Clippers backcourt.
For the Clippers, the backcourt has always been a relatively weak position, especially the performance of the backup point guard is somewhat worrying - Porter's three-point shooting percentage is only 21%, and Hyland has also been listed for trade due to poor performance.
Holiday can relieve the pressure on Harden in the backcourt and become a reliable support for him, making the Clippers' backcourt performance undoubtedly more stable.
The addition of Holiday does not mean that all the problems of the Clippers have been completely solved.
Although his three-point shooting percentage is still good, he averages only 9 minutes per game, and the Rockets' head coach Udoka tends to trust other players more, so his role may not be that important.
If the Clippers want to significantly enhance their strength through this trade, the key is whether Tate can quickly integrate into the team and improve the team's overall defensive and offensive depth.
If this trade is successfully completed, the Clippers' lineup will become more complete, especially in terms of depth on the front line and backcourt, the addition of Tate and Holiday will undoubtedly bring more choices and flexibility to the team.
In such fierce competition in the Western Conference, the Clippers must continue to strengthen their lineup depth in order to go further in the playoffs.
And Harden's performance is obviously the key factor for the Clippers to reach higher goals.
All of this still needs time to verify.
The Clippers now are still in the adjustment period, especially after Leonard fully recovers, how to integrate the roles of Harden, Leonard, George and other players is a major problem that the team must solve.
The Clippers' goal is not just regular-season results, but more importantly, how to perform at a higher level in the playoffs.
Harden's state this season has proved that he is still one of the most reliable scorers on the team, but how to find the best balance between him and Leonard and George is the key to whether the Clippers can win the championship.
Some netizens commented: The Clippers' current lineup looks very strong on paper, and Harden's addition has indeed brought a big boost, but the most important thing is the team's cooperation.
Don't forget that Harden, Leonard, and George actually have very different playing styles, and how to get these three people to find a common offensive rhythm is the key.
Another netizen said: Although the Clippers' big win is impressive, don't forget that the Jazz are not competitive this season, and the next few games are the real test.
We look forward to seeing how Harden can maintain this form against stronger opponents.
Another netizen pointed out: If Tate and Holiday join, the Clippers' lineup depth will indeed increase, especially the pressure in the backcourt can be relieved.
The Clippers' goal is no longer just the playoffs, but the championship, so they must be meticulous in the trade market.
The last netizen thinks: Harden's state recovery is simply great news for the Clippers!
The Clippers are not short of star players now, but how to play team basketball.
I hope they can truly demonstrate their strength in the upcoming games.
The Clippers' performance has gradually improved, and Harden's state has given the team confidence, but they still face the problem of lineup depth.
If they can successfully obtain Tate and Holiday through a trade, it may fill these gaps and allow the Clippers to occupy a place in the Western Conference competition.
Most importantly, can the Clippers play smooth team basketball under the guidance of star players to finally achieve a breakthrough in the playoffs.