Anthony, Harden named NBA Players of Week

New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony and Houston Rockets guard James Harden have been named NBA Players of the Week.

Anthony averaged 29 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 2.75 steals to lead the Knicks to a 3-1 record last week. He collected 33 points and five rebounds, five assists and three steals in the Knicks' 118-106 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, reports Xinhua.

Harden led the Rockets to a 4-0 record last week, beating Miami Heat, Indiana Pacers and Portland Trail Blazers in a row. He averaged 30.3 points and 6.8 assists.