James Harden and N3on (Image Credit: @clippedszn/X)
In February 2025, Detroit Pistons star Malik Beasley caused quite a stir among fans during an interview with YouTuber N3on when he made a bold claim regarding Los Angeles Clippers star James Harden.

Beasley stated that guarding Harden was relatively simple when asked about the most challenging players he has had to defend throughout his career. However, just two weeks later, Harden delivered an incredible response, showcasing his skills with a breathtaking performance. On March 5, Harden erupted for his first 50-point game since 2019, propelling the Clippers to a thrilling 123–115 triumph over the Detroit Pistons.

Harden also made waves by addressing Beasley’s comments during a recent meeting with YouTuber N3on, effectively countering Beasley’s trash talk with confidence and flair.

“He was talking sh*t here,” Harden said.

Harden remarked that he noticed Beasley labelling him as the easiest player to guard in the league during NEON’s stream, which fueled his motivation to deliver an impressive 50-point performance against Beasley.

James Harden’s Performance In The Recent Game Against The Cleveland Cavaliers

James Harden of the Los Angeles Clippers (Photo by Kirby Lee/Imagn Images) and Darius Garland of the Cleveland Cavaliers (Photo by Scott Kinser/Imagn Images)

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The Los Angeles Clippers recently played the top-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers in an intense game at the Intuit Dome. James Harden played for 39 minutes, contributing 22 points, 9 assists, and 4 rebounds.

Star player Kawhi Leonard showcased his skills with an impressive performance, scoring 33 points, 4 assists, and 7 rebounds. Ivica Zubac also had a notable game, scoring 28 points, 1 assist, and 20 rebounds in 35 minutes of play.

These strong performances helped the Clippers secure a 132-119 victory over the Cavaliers. Currently, the Clippers hold the 7th spot in the Western Conference standings with a record of -30. They will face the Memphis Grizzlies in their next game at the Intuit Dome