Harden Scores 42 In Rockets' Loss

James Harden put up 42 points last night in the Houston Rockets’ 121-111 loss to the Timberwolves. It was Harden’s 31st straight game scoring at least 30 points, tying him with Wilt Chamberlain for the second-longest such streak in NBA history.

Trail Blazers Sign Enes Kanter

The Portland Trail Blazers have signed free agent center Enes Kanter. Kanter was waived by the Knicks last week after they failed to trade him.

Joel Embiid Fined $25,000

The Philadelphia 76ers’ Joel Embiid has been fined $25,000 for criticizing referees following his team’s loss to the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night. Embiid used an expletive while describing the officials in a post-game interview.

Isaiah Thomas Makes Season Debut

Isaiah Thomas made his season debut with the Denver Nuggets Wednesday night, nearly a year after undergoing hip surgery. Thomas played 13 minutes and finished with eight points and two assists.

Leonard Sits Out With Sore Knee

Kawhi Leonard sat out the Toronto Raptors game against the Washington Wizards last night because of a sore knee. It’s not known when Leonard injured the knee or when he’ll return.

Wednesday, February 13 Scoreboard

Chicago 122, Memphis 110

Brooklyn 148, Cleveland 139 (3OT)

Boston 118, Detroit 110

Milwaukee 106, Indiana 97

Philadelphia 126, New York 111

Toronto 129, Washington 120

Minnesota 121, Houston 111

Portland 129, Golden State 107

Denver 120, Sacramento 118

Los Angeles Clippers 134, Phoenix 107

Thursday, February 14 Schedule (All Times Central)

Charlotte at Orlando, 6 p.m.

New York at Atlanta, 6:30 p.m.

Oklahoma City at New Orleans, 7 p.m.

Friday, February 15 Schedule (All Times Central)

World vs. USA, 8 p.m.

Saturday, February 16 Schedule (All Times Central)

No games scheduled

Sunday, February 17 Schedule (All Times Central)

Team LeBron vs. Team Giannis, 7 p.m.