James Harden Surpasses Ray Allen in Three-Pointers

James Harden surpassed Ray Allen to become second on the NBA's all-time three-pointers list, a milestone celebrated in a competitive game where his Los Angeles Clippers narrowly defeated Stephen Curry's Golden State Warriors, 102-99. Harden and Curry, who are the top two on the all-time three-point leaderboard, shared a moment of mutual respect before the game, despite their historic rivalry. Curry, the unparalleled leader with 3,788 made 3s, acknowledged Harden's achievement, highlighting the rarity of their accomplishment. Harden, while appreciating Curry's influence on the NBA's evolution, expressed a complex mix of respect and frustration, recalling past playoff defeats to the Warriors. This game and their interactions underscore the significant impact both players have had on modern basketball, especially in the realm of three-point shooting. Their professional rivalry has not hindered their respect for each other's contributions to the game.