Harden's 50-point triple-double lifts Rockets over Kings

James Harden recorded a 50-point triple-double, and the Houston Rockets fended off the hot-shooting Sacramento Kings for a 119-108 victory on Saturday at Toyota Center.

Harden posted his ninth 50-point game on the season while producing 50 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists. With the Rockets clinging to a 101-100 lead midway through the fourth quarter, Harden sank three free throws, converted back-to-back floaters, and added a three-pointer to extend the advantage to 111-102. Harden reached 50 points with two free throws with 48.8 seconds remaining. The 50-point triple-double was the fifth of his career.

James Harden (C) of the Houston Rockets drives to the basket in the first half of their NBA game against Sacramento Kings at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas, March 30, 2019. /VCG Photo

Clint Capela added 24 points and 15 rebounds, while Chris Paul chipped in 22 points and five assists for the Rockets. The Kings were officially eliminated from playoff contention after going 0 for 5 from behind the arc in the fourth quarter. The Kings entered the period 15 of 24 on 3s.

Bogdan Bogdanovic paced the Kings with 24 points off the bench, while Buddy Hield added 21 points and De'Aaron Fox paired 18 points with 10 assists.

Bogdan Bogdanovic (C) #8 of the Sacramento Kings drives to the basket defended by PJ Tucker #17 of the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas, U.S., March 30, 2019. /VCG Photo

Other resultson Saturday: (away teams listed first)

Cleveland Cavaliers 108-132 LA Clippers

Boston Celtics 96-110 Brooklyn Nets

Portland Trail Blazers 90-99 Detroit Pistons

Orlando Magic 121-116 Indiana Pacers

Miami Heat 100-92 New York Knicks

Toronto Raptors 124-101 Chicago Bulls

Philadelphia 76ers 118-109 Minnesota Timberwolves

Memphis Grizzlies 120-115 Phoenix Suns