In the postgame locker room after the Houston Rockets' 126-109 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday night, James Harden teased teammates, laughed about excess shower water caught in his beard and joked with reporters. It was a stark contrast from the more solemn and stern version of Harden from last season. "I've been having fun all year, even in games we lose," Harden said. "This is a special group of guys, coaching staff included, and this locker room is definitely enjoying this ride right now." Harden had 26 points, 14 assists and 12 rebounds for his third triple-double of the season to help the Rockets overwhelm the Trail Blazers in their highest-scoring game of the season. Harden completed the triple-double in the third quarter. The Rockets rebounded a night after scoring just three points in the final 6 minutes of a 105-103 loss in Oklahoma City. Read more http://www.espn.com/nba/recap?gameId=400899621
