ESPN.com · Dec 7, 2025
Clippers' Harden passes Carmelo for 10th on scoring list
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LA Clippers star James Harden entered the NBA's top 10 of all-time scorers, surpassing Carmelo Anthony at No. 10 on the list during Saturday's 109-106 loss to the host Minnesota Timberwolves.
Entering the night needing 21 points to pass Anthony's total of 28,289, Harden scored 19 in the first half before passing him with two free throws at 4:23 of the third quarter. He finished with 34 points, bringing his career total to 28,303.
"Blessing. A testament to the work I've put in," Harden said after the game. "It's an honor, especially with somebody like Melo, who's done so much greatness for this league."