James Harden lit up China on his Uno Tour, drawing a Beatlemania‑style crowd at an Adidas store in Shenzhen and turning a merchandise stop into a global moment. Fans echoed talk of him being the next big thing in China after Kobe, underscoring Harden’s enduring pull beyond the NBA. In the Clippers’ orbit, he’s coming off a 22.8‑point, 5.8‑rebound, 8.7‑assist season on 41% shooting, with a playoff exit in the first round still fresh in memory.

The buzz isn’t just about Harden’s appeal; a Clippers rotation reboot appears on the horizon, with John Collins teasing new teammate nicknames and word of an eight‑figure All‑Star interest in LAC, signaling a busy fall for the club. Harden’s commitment to the game remains intact, and Clippers fans are hopeful for a deeper playoff run next season.