Paul George and James Harden Speak Out on Controversial Loss to Nuggets

Clippers' Hard-fought Battle Ends in Controversy

In a showdown against the defending champs, the LA Clippers, led by Paul George's stellar 35-point performance, faced a heart-wrenching 111-108 loss to the Denver Nuggets. George, expressing discontent with the officiating crew, claimed he deserved more trips to the free-throw line. Despite his individual brilliance, the Clippers couldn't secure a win, marking their sixth consecutive loss and fifth with James Harden on the roster.


Refereeing Discontent


George's frustration peaked when he received only five free-throw attempts throughout the game. A technical foul further marred his night as he contested a missed breakaway dunk. Despite George's brilliance, the Clippers couldn't secure a win, marking their sixth consecutive loss and fifth with James Harden on the roster.


Late-game Drama

The Clippers, rallying from a 13-point deficit, led by seven with six minutes left in the fourth quarter. However, George's contested 3-pointer in the closing seconds got wedged, leading to a missed opportunity to force overtime. The free-throw discrepancy, with the Nuggets taking 32 to the Clippers' 24, fueled George's frustration.


Positive Takeaway

Despite the loss, George highlighted the team's resilience, stating, He acknowledged the need to perform better but emphasized the positives in their gameplay.

Harden's Candid Assessment of Clippers' Streak

As the Clippers grapple with a challenging phase, recent addition James Harden bares it all, shedding light on both personal and team struggles. Despite delivering a season-best performance with 21 points and 4 assists, Harden couldn't prevent the Clippers from enduring their sixth consecutive loss, this time against the Denver Nuggets.


Adapting to Change

Harden candidly admits the difficulties of joining a new team, emphasizing the lack of a proper training camp or preseason with the Clippers. Reflecting on his journey, Harden sees each game as an opportunity to improve, acknowledging the learning curve in adjusting to a new environment and striving for peak playing conditions.


Aggressive Mindset

While expressing the need to be more aggressive, Harden defines aggression beyond scoring, emphasizing making the right plays and creating opportunities for teammates. He recognizes the importance of finding the right balance to contribute effectively to the team.

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