Clippers Suffer Setback in Western Conference Race

Kawhi Leonard's early departure due to back spasms contributes to a significant loss against the Timberwolves, complicating the Clippers' playoff positioning.

Kawhi Leonard's early exit due to thoracic spasms significantly impacted the LA Clippers, leading to a 118-100 loss against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
The Clippers' struggle with maintaining leads continues, marking their third consecutive loss despite leading by at least 15 points.
James Harden's performance has been affected by a sore left shoulder, contributing to the team's offensive challenges.
The loss against the Timberwolves puts the Clippers 3.5 games behind the top-seeded teams in the Western Conference standings.
The Clippers face a challenging schedule ahead, with no games having two days rest until the regular season ends on April 14.