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Clippers' Six-Game Win Streak Faces Celtics Test at Intuit Dome

Kawhi Leonard's scoring surge is driving the turnaround despite Los Angeles remaining nine games under .500.

Clippers star Kawhi Leonard, left, drives while under pressure from Utah Jazz forward Brice Sensabaugh during the second half on Thursday night at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood. (AP Photo/William Liang)
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Overview

  • Los Angeles enters Saturday on six straight wins since Dec. 20, hosting Boston at the Intuit Dome.
  • The Celtics arrive 21-12 and 3-1 on a five-game road trip after a 120-106 win in Sacramento.
  • Leonard is averaging about 39 points during the streak, highlighted by 55 against Detroit and 45 against Utah with 20 in the fourth quarter.
  • His 3-point volume has climbed to 9.8 attempts per game over the past six contests, converting 44.1 percent.
  • The Clippers have won each of the six by at least 14 and tightened their defense, yet they stand 12-21 as Tyronn Lue emphasizes humility and daily work.