Brooklyn Nets can’t contain James Harden, Houston Rockets (Highlights)

James Harden poured in 36 points on Monday night against the Brooklyn Nets to spoil the return of point guard Jeremy Lin.

• Brooklyn Nets 118 (6-17)
• Houston Rockets 122 (18-7)
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The Beard showcased his usual offensive prowess yet again. This time it came against the Brooklyn Nets, spoiling the long-awaited return of point guard Jeremy Lin.

Harden poured in 36 points on 12-of-27 from the floor en route to the 122-118 victory in Houston. Harden also collected eight boards and tallied 11 dimes in the victory.

Lin, while he didn’t receive the start from Kenny Atkinson, didn’t disappoint. He added 10 points and seven assists in his return. Brook Lopez led the way with 26 points for the Nets. He did, however, have only one rebound. Trevor Booker was the king rebound man on the night with 13.

Despite finding themselves down 10 points at halftime, the Nets fought back to take a three-point lead with a few minutes to play in the final frame. Houston’s offensive attack was too much down the stretch.

Now sporting a record of 6-17, Brooklyn will head back home before welcoming in the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night.

What a game. #Rockets take it 122-118 over the #Nets in Houston. pic.twitter.com/4vLq4fOL8X

— Brooklyn Nets (@BrooklynNets) December 13, 2016

Jeremy Lin: "We just want to play with a lot of heart. We did a good job of matching their energy. Proud of the guys." #Nets pic.twitter.com/tMsAPPnwCy

— Brooklyn Nets (@BrooklynNets) December 13, 2016

Coach Atkinson: "It helps to have Jeremy back. Organizes us. Did a better job of driving to the rim. Positives offensively." #Nets pic.twitter.com/ddZaZqGfhz

— Brooklyn Nets (@BrooklynNets) December 13, 2016

Trevor Booker with the contact…and bucket!

The @BrooklynNets have taken the lead for the first time since the 1Q! #LeaguePassAlert pic.twitter.com/jpdqmmJFZV

— NBA (@NBA) December 13, 2016

SKilpatrick hustling! 15pts on the board. Shooting 6/7 from the floor. #Nets https://t.co/NYu2C5OkSQ

— Brooklyn Nets (@BrooklynNets) December 13, 2016

Booker gonna Book 💪🏾 #Nets https://t.co/uPunKzosWo

— Brooklyn Nets (@BrooklynNets) December 13, 2016

Back in the swing of things 👀 @JLin7 #BrooklynGrit https://t.co/WPnN19HJTE

— Brooklyn Nets (@BrooklynNets) December 13, 2016

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