The Los Angeles Clippers had lost six games in a row heading into Friday night's matchup against the Dallas Mavericks . With the game on the line, James Harden decided he wasn't going to let his team lose.

It took two overtime periods, but Harden led his Clippers to a much-needed victory against the Mavs and did so by making NBA history.

In 50 minutes and three seconds of play, James Harden recorded 41 points, 14 rebounds, and 11 assists. The Clippers defeated the Mavericks, 133-127, improving to 4-8 on the season and 2-0 in NBA Cup play.

According to Stathead , Harden became the oldest player in NBA history to record a 40-point triple, surpassing Larry Bird.

1. James Harden — 36 years and 81 days

2. Larry Bird — 35 years, 99 days

3. Elgin Baylor — 34 years, 48 days

4. LeBr

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