The Los Angeles Clippers continue their road trip Friday night when they visit the surging Atlanta Hawks, and James Harden’s recent form makes him a focal point for bettors.
With Kawhi Leonard returning to the lineup and the Clippers still jockeying for playoff position in the crowded Western Conference standings, Harden will remain heavily involved in L.A.’s offensive production.
Here’s the featured Harden prop bet on DraftKings Sportsbook for Friday’s matchup in Atlanta.
Best James Harden Prop Bet on DraftKings Sportsbook
Over 41.5 Points + Rebounds + Assists (-125)
Harden has delivered consistently high-level performances since the All-Star break, averaging 25.8 points, 9.4 assists and 5.8 rebounds in 12 games. In the four games he’s played without Kawhi Leonard during that span, he’s taken on an even larger role, averaging 30.8 points, 8.0 assists, and 7.8 rebounds — easily surpassing the 41.5 combined total in each of those contests.
Even with Leonard expected to return Friday, Harden’s current stretch of play is difficult to ignore. He’s scored at least 20 points in six straight games — his longest such streak of the season — and continues to rack up assists as a primary playmaker in Tyronn Lue’s offense.
The Clippers are still operating without Norman Powell and could again be without Lue on the bench, leaving the offense even more reliant on Harden’s shot creation and leadership. He tallied 24 points, 11 assists, and eight rebounds in Wednesday’s win over the Heat and faces a Hawks defense that ranks in the bottom third of the league in opponent assist rate and second-chance points allowed.
With both teams pushing to secure postseason positioning, expect another high-usage, all-around performance from Harden, who has thrived in recent weeks with or without Leonard beside him.
Given his recent momentum, this setup presents another strong opportunity for Harden to clear 41.5 total points, rebounds, and assists against an opponent that doesn’t necessarily lock down teams defensively.
