Houston, we have liftoff

Updated: 2017-01-04 07:59

By Associated Press in Houston(China Daily)

Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) reacts in front of Dallas Mavericks guard Wesley Matthews (23) after scoring during the first half at American Airlines Center in Dallas, US on Dec 27, 2016. [Photo/Agencies]

Players of the week

Harden was named the Western Conference Player of the Week on Monday for games played from Dec 26 through Jan 1.

Harden earned the honor for the third time this season and the 12th time in his career, matching Hakeem Olajuwon for the most Player of the Week awards in franchise history. Harden averaged 37.3 points, 12.5 assists and 9.8 rebounds.

Wall was named the East's Player of the Week after averaging 24.3 points, 13.0 assists, 5.3 rebounds and 2.7 steals while guiding the Wizards to a 3-0 record. Wall won the honor for the sixth time in his career.