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Clippers Secure Sixth Straight Win, Strengthen Playoff Position

Los Angeles defeats a short-handed Rockets team 134-117, fueled by standout performances from James Harden, Kawhi Leonard, and Ivica Zubac's first career triple-double.

Amen Thompson and the Rockets take on the Clippers on Wednesday night with the Western Conference's No. 2 playoff seed already clinched.
Clippers guard Norman Powell gets to the basket for a layup during the first half of their victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday night, April 8, 2025, at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood. (AP Photo/Carrie Giordano)
Clippers guard James Harden, left, shoots as Houston Rockets forward Jeff Green defends during the second half on Wednesday night at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood. Harden had 35 points and 10 assists as the Clippers won their sixth in a row, 134-117. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
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Overview

  • The Clippers improved to 48-32 with a dominant win over the Rockets, maintaining a tight race for a top-four playoff seed in the Western Conference.
  • James Harden led the scoring with 35 points and 10 assists, while Kawhi Leonard contributed 22 points and 10 rebounds in his return after resting the previous game.
  • Ivica Zubac recorded his first career triple-double with 20 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists, becoming the third center in franchise history to achieve this milestone.
  • The Rockets, having secured the No. 2 seed, rested key players, including Dillon Brooks and Alperen Sengun, while the Clippers continued to prioritize health and rotation management.
  • Head coach Tyronn Lue emphasized the importance of maintaining a defensive identity as the team pushes to secure home-court advantage in the playoffs.