James Harden scores 36 points, Rockets rout Warriors 129-112
Houston Rockets' James Harden (13) goes up for a shot as Golden State Warriors' Alec Burks (8) and Omari Spellman defend during the second half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)HOUSTON, TX James Harden had 36 points and 13 assists and the Houston Rockets routed Golden State 129-112 on Wednesday night, sending the short-handed Warriors to their sixth loss in eight games this season. Alec Burks led Golden State with 28 points. Russell, who sat on the Golden State bench, could return Friday, Warriors coach Steve Kerr said. Looney missed the entire preseason with a strained right hamstring and exited the second half of the season opener with tightness in the hamstring.