The "Light Bulb Combination" lost 81 wins and 22 losses when the Rockets cooperated, with a winning rate of 78.6%. Can we continue the legend when we meet again?

On the NBA's competitive stage, any change in player combinations can always ignite the flame of hot discussion among the fan group. Recently, an explosive news has made countless fans both excited and full of exploration: Paul will fight side by side with his former partner James Harden! This is definitely not a simple reunion of ordinary teammates. Looking back at the last time they collaborated, the two were invincible in the competition venue and created a shocking record. As time goes by, can we regain our past glory? This undoubtedly became a huge question mark that lingers all fans' hearts. The story goes back to the Houston years ago. In the 2017-2019 season, Paul and Harden built a "light bulb combination" of the deterrent league with the Rockets. During those two regular season journeys, they led the team to defeat strong enemies in a row, winning a total of 81 wins and 22 losses, with a winning rate of up to 78.6%. Such achievements are among the top in the entire league. On the court, Harden averaged 31.8 points per game with his extraordinary scoring explosive power, supplemented by 5.7 rebounds and 7.5 assists. His offensive performance was like a sharp knife being unsheathed and stabbed his opponent directly. Paul fully demonstrated his core traits, contributing 16.6 points, 7.7 assists and 1.8 steals per game. His precise control of the game progress and efficient mobilization of teammates made the Rockets' offense flowing. The two of them attacked and controlled one by one, and they combined hardness and softness, and they cooperated seamlessly.

Still remember the peak showdown in the Western Conference in 2018? That is the radiant stage of the "Light Bulb Combination" and the series that many Rockets fans still regret. Facing the powerful Golden State Warriors, the Rockets are not afraid of it. Paul and Harden led the team to fight the Warriors for seven games, and each game was thrilling. In this round of series, the "Light Bulb Combination" demonstrated extraordinary strength and unyielding fighting spirit. Harden's sharp breakthrough, unsolved three-point shot, Paul's exquisite delivery and tough defensive oppression made the Warriors miserable. When the game was in a stalemate, Paul and Harden's tacit cooperation helped the team keep close to the scores repeatedly. However, fate seemed to be a cruel joke. Paul accidentally retreated in a key game, which undoubtedly cast a shadow on the Rockets' championship journey. In the end, the Rockets lost to the series, but the outstanding performance of the "Light Bulb Combination" in this game has been deeply engraved in the depths of fans' memories.

However, good times are always fleeting. In the following days, due to various reasons, the two had a rift, which eventually led to parting ways. After the end of the Rockets cooperation, Paul and Harden each opened a new chapter in their careers and continued to pursue their basketball dreams in different teams. Paul has been involved in many powerful teams and has always maintained his focus and enthusiasm for the field. Although he has grown older, his wisdom and leadership value on the field are becoming more and more precious. Harden has also worked hard to prove himself in other teams, and his scoring firepower is still the league's terrifying weapon.

Time flies, and it was unexpected that many years later, Paul and Harden will reunite in the Los Angeles Clippers. At this moment, they are no longer as sharp and energetic as they were back then. Time leaves traces on your body, and your physical condition may be difficult to compare with the past, but your love for basketball and your desire for championships has not diminished at all. This time they join forces again, they have only one goal - to win the supreme O'Brien Cup for the Clippers.

For the Clippers, Paul and Harden's reunion is undoubtedly a powerful catalyst. The Clippers have always had a good lineup, but they always have a slight difference in the championship competition. Paul's organizational talent and profound experience can lead the rotation lineup to maintain a steady offensive while Harden rests. Harden's scoring explosive power and offensive restraint can tear the deadlock for the team at the decisive moment. The two's re-cooperation may fill some of the Clippers' past shortcomings and make the team more capable of competing for the championship in the new season.

Of course, doubts are inevitable. After all, they have violated their cooperation for many years, and their current game style and tactical system have undergone drastic changes. Moreover, both of them are old, and it is still unknown whether they can maintain their health and perform at the right level in the long regular season and the fierce playoffs. But in any case, Paul and Harden's reunion has brought endless imagination and eager expectations to fans around the world.

In the vast historical galaxy of the NBA, many legendary combinations have emerged. They may have created brilliant achievements or left immortal moments. Now that Paul and Harden, the former golden partners, have joined hands again, can they continue their new legendary chapter?