Three stars
Top performers from the Inland Northwest and beyond:
James Harden
NBA’s leading scorer had 45 points, seven assists and four steals in Rockets’ 110-98 win over Pacers.
Nikolay Kulemin
Islanders left wing finished with two goals and an assist in 7-4 NHL win over Flyers.
Jewell Loyd
Poured in 34 points in leading No. 6 Notre Dame to an 88-77 victory over fifth-ranked Tennessee.