Top 30 NBA Players Of 2012-13

February 12, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Houston Rockets shooting guard James Harden (13) looks on during the fourth quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Oracle Arena. The Rockets defeated the Warriors 116-107. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

6. James Harden (241 points)

In his first year as the lone star of the Rockets, Harden stepped up big-time. His ability to get to the rim and draw fouls is unique in itself and makes him a very reliable closer. He consistently burned his opponents in the high pick-and-roll action with Omer Asik, either by driving to the basket or rising up for an open 3-point shot. Ironically, the former Sixth Man of the Year ranks sixth overall on our list.