Aside from being one of the most lethal scorers of this generation, Houston Rockets superstar James Harden also has a reputation for being quite the flopper.

Comedien Chris Rock saw that firsthand on Monday night as he was sitting courtside for the Rockets versus New York Knicks matchup at Madison Square Garden.Ā  Judging by the look on his face, Rock seems to enjoy the fact that The Beard did not get some love from the referees after yet another acting job.

At 4:48 mark of the final period, Knicks slotman Bobby Portis had a height advantage over Harden down low. He gave the one-time MVP a couple of shoulder bumps before finishing a right handed-hook to extend the Knicks' lead to nine points. Harden, of course, fell to the floor fishing for a call but did not get it from the refs.

Better try next time, Harden. The officials are certainly not having it this time.

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