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In this Nov. 18, 2017 photo, Houston Rockets guards James Harden, left, and Chris Paul warm up before and NBA basketball game against the Memphis Grizzlies in Memphis, Tenn. Chris Paul has a long history of playoff heartbreak. So does James Harden. And coach Mike D’Antoni has more than either of them combined. Separately, they’ve never gotten it done at playoff time. Together, their fortunes might change. They’ve led the Houston Rockets to the NBA’s best record going into these playoffs. In a league that Golden State and Cleveland have dominated in recent years this might be the Paul-Harden-D’Antoni triumvirate that breaks through this spring. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)

D’Antoni, Harden and Paul poised to capture trio’s 1st title

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) collides with Oklahoma City Thunder forward Paul George (13) as he drives to the basket during the first half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, April 7, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Westbrook and George help Thunder over Rockets 108-102

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

Houston Rockets guard Chris Paul (3) collides with Portland Trail Blazers guard Shabazz Napier (6) on a shot-attempt during the first half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, April 5, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Paul’s late shot lifts Rockets over Trail Blazers 96-94

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

Houston Rockets guard Eric Gordon (10) and Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (3) chase a loose ball between Wizards forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (12) and guard John Wall (2) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, April 3, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

James Harden just misses triple-double, Rockets rout Wizards

Associated Press

San Antonio Spurs' LaMarcus Aldridge (12) grabs the rebound away from Houston Rockets' Clint Capela during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, April 1, 2018, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Darren Abate)

Aldridge, Gay help Spurs beat league-best Rockets 100-83

By RAUL DOMINGUEZ - Associated Press

Chicago Bulls forward Lauri Markkanen, right, shoots as Houston Rockets guard Eric Gordon defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, March 27, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)

Rockets extend streak to 10 games with 118-86 win over Bulls

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

Houston Rockets guard James Harden, right, drives to the basket past New Orleans Pelicans forward Anthony Davis (23) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, March 24, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)

Harden’s 27 help Rockets sail past Pelicans 114-91

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

Detroit Pistons' Blake Griffin, right, looks to pass the ball as Houston Rockets' Eric Gordon (10) pressures him during the first half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, March 22, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Harden scores 10 in OT to lift Rockets over Pistons 100-96

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

Houston Rockets guard James Harden looks to get past Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Tuesday, March 20, 2018. (AP Photo/Steve Dykes)

Rockets win 115-111 to snap Blazers’ 13-game winning streak

By ANNE M. PETERSON - Associated Press

New Orleans Pelicans forward Cheick Diallo (13) blocks a shot by Houston Rockets guard James Harden during the second half of an NBA basketball game in New Orleans, Saturday, March 17, 2018. The Rockets won 107-101. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

Harden scores 34 as Rockets hold off Timberwolves 129-120

By ANDRES YBARRA - Associated Press

Houston Rockets' James Harden (13) tries to steal the ball from San Antonio Spurs' Patty Mills during the first half of an NBA basketball game Monday, March 12, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Harden helps Rockets to easy 109-93 win over Spurs

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

Houston Rockets' James Harden loses the ball between Milwaukee Bucks' Tony Snell and Jabari Parker during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, March 7, 2018, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)

Rockets extend winning streak to 17, beat Bucks 110-99

By GENARO C. ARMAS - Associated Press

Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) drives by Boston Celtics forward Al Horford (42) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, March 3, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/George Bridges)

Rockets extend streak to 15 with 123-120 win over Celtics

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

Houston Rockets guard James Harden celebrates after hitting a 3-point shot during the first half of the team's NBA basketball game against the Los Angeles Clippers, Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2018, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Rockets start fast, beat Clippers 105-92 for 14th straight

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Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) lays the ball up in the second half during an NBA basketball game against the Utah Jazz Monday, Feb. 26, 2018, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)

Harden scores 26 as Rockets Beat Jazz for 13th Straight

By MATTHEW COLES - Associated Press

Houston Rockets guard James Harden goes up to shoot against the Denver Nuggets during the second quarter of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Feb. 25, 2018, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)

Rockets beat Nuggets 119-114 for 12th straight win.

By MICHAEL KELLY - Associated Press

Houston Rockets guard Chris Paul, left, is fouled by Sacramento Kings guard Garrett Temple during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)

Harden helps Rockets to 10th straight win, 100-91 over Kings

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

Minnesota Timberwolves' Jimmy Butler (23) drives on Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) during the second quarter of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2018 in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Andy Clayton-King)

Harden scores 34 as Rockets beat Wolves 126-108

By TYLER MASON - Associated Press

Houston Rockets center Clint Capela (15) shoots as Dallas Mavericks guard Dennis Smith Jr., bottom and forward Doug McDermott, left, defend during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Feb. 11, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)

Rockets beat Mavericks 104-97 for 8th straight win

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) goes up for a shot against Miami Heat center Hassan Whiteside (21) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2018, in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)

James Harden scores 41 points, Rockets beat Heat 109-101

By CHRISTOPHER STOCK - Associated Press