Kawhi Leonard’s season-high 32 points carried the Los Angeles Clippers to a 103-88 victory over a short-handed Los Angeles Lakers squad, snapping a five-game losing streak.
Game Summary
The Clippers dominated the entire game, maintaining a lead that never slipped below seven points after a brief Lakers surge in the fourth quarter.
Player Highlights
- Kawhi Leonard – 32 points, 4 three-pointers, tying his season high.
- LeBron James – 36 points, season high for the Lakers.
- James Harden – 21 points, 10 assists for the Clippers.
- John Collins – 17 points, 12 rebounds.
- Luka Doncic – 12 points, 5 rebounds in 19 minutes before leaving at halftime with a lower-leg contusion.
Shooting Performance
- Clippers – 16-of-43 from beyond the arc.
- Lakers – 0-of-32 from three, with James shooting 3-of-7, Doncic 1-of-6, and Marcus Smart missing all nine attempts.
Injuries
- Ivica Zubac – Left ankle injury after scoring five points early in the game.
- Rui Hachimura – Sore groin, expected to miss 3-5 days.
- Deandre Ayton – Left elbow injury.
- Austin Reaves – Left calf injury.
Upcoming Games
- Lakers – Travel to Phoenix on Tuesday to conclude an eight-game trip.
- Clippers – Host former MVP Kevin Durant and Houston on Tuesday.
Key Takeaways
- Kawhi Leonard’s 32 points were pivotal in breaking the Clippers’ five-game skid.
- LeBron James’ 36 points were the highest of the season for the Lakers.
- Luka Doncic’s early exit highlighted the Lakers’ injury-heavy lineup.
The win marks the Clippers’ seventh victory of the season, underscoring their resilience despite recent struggles.
