Kawhi Leonard delivered another clutch performance to lift the Los Angeles Clippers past the Houston Rockets in a thrilling 105–102 victory on Wednesday night. With the game tied in the final seconds, Leonard spun into a fadeaway jumper, absorbed contact from Jae’Sean Tate, and converted a decisive three‑point play with just two seconds remaining. The Rockets had one last chance, but Tari Eason’s corner three at the buzzer missed, sealing the win for L.A.
Leonard was unstoppable in the fourth quarter, scoring 19 of his game‑high 27 points during the comeback. He also added 12 rebounds, four assists, and four steals, showcasing his all‑around impact. The Clippers had trailed by as many as 15 points earlier in the game but rallied late, outscoring Houston 35–26 in the final period.
The supporting cast stepped up as well: Kris Dunn and Bennedict Mathurin chipped in 16 points each, while Brook Lopez scored 15. John Collins and Derrick Jones Jr. added 12 apiece, giving the Clippers balanced scoring across the lineup. For Houston, Kevin Durant led with 21 points, and Alperen Sengun kept the Rockets close with a late layup, but turnovers and missed open looks proved costly.
The victory lifted the Clippers to 26–28 on the season, while the Rockets dropped to 33–20. For Leonard, the game extended his streak of consecutive 20‑point outings to 33 games, underscoring his consistency and leadership in crunch time.
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