Clippers Finish Losing Streak with 137-117 Victory Over Pelicans

INGLEWOOD, Calif. – Kawhi Leonard scored 23 points as the Los Angeles Clippers defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 137-117 on Sunday night, ending a three-game losing streak. The Clippers improved to 28-31 on the season, while the Pelicans fell to 19-43.

Game Recap

The Clippers never trailed in the game, leading 43-32 after the first quarter and 76-70 at halftime. They extended their lead to 107-94 by the end of the third quarter and ultimately won by 26 points.

Key Performers

Los Angeles Clippers:

• Kawhi Leonard: 23 points
• Jordan Miller: 19 points
• Derrick Jones Jr.: 17 points
• Brook Lopez: 16 points (4 of 6 from three-point range)
• John Collins: 15 points

The Clippers shot 17 of 36 from three-point range as a team, with Lopez, Jones, and Kobe Sanders each hitting 3 of 4 attempts.

New Orleans Pelicans:

• Jeremiah Fears: 28 points (5 of 6 from three-point range)
• Derik Queen: 19 points
• Dejounte Murray: 17 points
• Trey Murphy III: 16 points

New Orleans was without star Zion Williamson, who sat out due to a right ankle injury sustained the previous night at Utah. He had previously played a career-high 35 consecutive games.

Standings

The Clippers are currently tenth in the Western Conference, while the Pelicans are thirteenth.

Looking Ahead

The Pelicans will play the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night. The Clippers will face the Golden State Warriors on Monday night.

Source: ESPN