The Los Angeles Clippers are experiencing a transformative season, marked by strategic acquisitions and standout performances that have solidified their position as a formidable force in the Western Conference.

Clippers veteran James Harden reacted to surpassing Hall of Fame center Hakeem Olajuwon on the NBA’s all-time scoring list. Harden passed Olajuwon for 13th all-time in scoring in the Clippers’ 128-114 win against the Grizzlies. He finished with 18 points and 10 assists before reaching the 27,000th-point plateau Thursday night.

Tyrese Haliburton had 29 points and 12 assists for his 16th double-double of the season, Aaron Nesmith scored a season-high 19, and the Indiana Pacers defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 129-111.

(AP Photo/Rick Egan) Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden, middle, grabs a rebound as Utah ... (AP Photo/Rick Egan) Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac, left, grabs a rebound as Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen, right, defends during the first ...