James Harden (Image Credits: @netflixsports/X)
Despite the Kawhi Leonard scandal that has rocked the Los Angeles Clippers in the offseason, which has led NBA executives to believe could spark a dangerous trend, James Harden has remained unscathed from it all.

He’s been doing offseason work and has stayed far away from the issues surrounding his team. Apparently, he’s been busy not just this summer, but last season as well. A Netflix film crew has been following his every move, along with another handful of stars in the NBA. In the trailer for the second season of Starting 5, Harden is pulled over by the police for an unspecified reason.

“I’m late to a game, I gotta be there at 8:00,” James Harden’s answer to a police officer, filmed by Netflix Sports, which was reposted on X.

The specifics of where this all happened have not been disclosed. But good for Harden for giving the c0ps a heads up that Netflix was filming their conversation. However, the trailer has left fans with more questions than answers. Perhaps they could’ve given more snippets, or we have no choice but to watch it.

Is James Harden The Best Offensive Player Ever?

James Harden (Image Credits: Imagn)
During his peak, Harden averaged more than 30 points per game in three straight seasons. He was at his best in 2018-2019, averaging 36.1 points per game and scoring a whopping 2,818 points in 78 games for the Houston Rockets. Harden wasn’t just a blackhole in offense. He’s an excellent passer, too.

For Harden’s scoring outbursts, a few former players had sung high praises for the 2018 MVP. Charles Barkley claimed that the greatest offensive player ever title solely belongs to Harden. It’s hard to dispute the claim, but the greatest? That invites a lot of unwanted conversations among players, fans, and the media. Tone it down a bit, Chuck.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.