In the NBA regular season, the Clippers lost to the Nuggets 116-130. After the game, Tyronn Lue was interviewed.

Talking about Harden, Lu said: "All the opponents we have encountered this season have focused on marking Harden and not giving him too much space. He just needs to continue to maintain trust, continue to pass good balls, and continue to make the right choices. I think he did it today."

"We will make the ball. Even if the shot cannot be made, the most important thing is to play good basketball. You know, to show trust in your teammates. Ren, you can't be frustrated, opponents will double-team him. He is a very good pick-and-roll player and a master of one-on-one. Today is to let him play his own game, pass the ball to open opportunities, and make simple processing. I think he worked hard today."

In the whole game, Harden made 6 of 15 shots, 1 of 6 three-pointers, 10 of 10 free throws, and scored 23 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists, with a plus-minus value of -24.