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Clippers Secure Fifth Straight Win with Dominant Second Half Against Grizzlies

James Harden and Kawhi Leonard lead Los Angeles to a decisive 128-108 victory, keeping their playoff hopes alive as they chase a top-six spot in the Western Conference.

Clippers guard James Harden, left, shoots as Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. defends during the first half on Friday night at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood. Harden had 30 points and nine assists in a 128-108 win. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
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The Clippers’ James Harden, left, tries to shoots over Oklahoma City’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander during the second half Nov. 11, 2024, in Oklahoma City. (AP Photo/Kyle Phillips)
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Overview

  • James Harden scored 30 points and added nine assists, while Kawhi Leonard contributed 23 points and 10 rebounds in the Clippers' win over the Grizzlies.
  • The Clippers outscored Memphis 68-42 in the second half, including a 36-16 third quarter, to overturn a six-point halftime deficit.
  • Assistant coach Brian Shaw guided the team to their fifth consecutive victory as head coach Tyronn Lue remained sidelined with back pain.
  • The Clippers improved to 3-0 against the Grizzlies this season and extended their overall winning streak to eight of their last nine games.
  • With a fully healthy roster for the first time this season, the Clippers are now just one game behind the sixth-place Golden State Warriors in the standings.