NBA 2018-19: 3 talking points from Houston Rockets' victory over Los Angeles Lakers

#1 Dominating performance from the reigning MVP

Harden had a 50 point triple double

James Harden had another memorable performance for Houston. He scored 50 points for the game to go along with 10 rebounds and 11 assists. He also shot 14-26 from the field and an unreal 18-19 from the free throw line.

The Lakers struggled to prevent Harden from getting to the line all night. Harden also has the most 3PT made for the season.

The 29-year-old is one of the craftiest players in the history of the NBA, and at times it looks almost impossible to stop him on the offensive end. He keeps making tough shots or going to the charity stripe, making life very difficult for the opposition.

Harden also leads the league in scoring right now, after having already won the scoring title last season.

The Rockets will be hoping for similar performances from Harden if they are to get out of the mess they currently find themselves in. They next visit the Grizzlies on Saturday.