Rockets turn back Lakers as James Harden dominates with 50 points, triple-double

The Rockets’ James Harden soars in for a dunk over Lakers center JaVale McGee, bottom, during the first quarter of Thursday’s game in Houston. Harden finished with a 50-point triple-double in the Rockets’ 126-111 victory. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Los Angeles Lakers’ Josh Hart, center, goes up for a shot as Houston Rockets’ Chris Paul (3) defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Dec. 13, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)SoundTh