Do you expect to be fouled before taking your final shot? Harden: Yes, we didn’t time out& It was chaotic at the time

In the NBA regular season, the Clippers lost 102-105 to the Hawks at home and suffered a 5-game losing streak.

After the game, Harden was asked in an interview whether he expected to be fouled before his last shot. Harden replied: "Yes. I don't know if I can get a better shooting opportunity. We didn't time out, I just shot a three-pointer, and the situation was very chaotic."

In this game, Harden played 38 minutes and 45 seconds, making 12 of 23 shots, 6 of 14 three-pointers, 5 of 6 free throws, a triple-double of 35 points, 10 rebounds, 11 assists and 2 blocks, and 6 turnovers.