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Clippers Throttle Kings for Fifth Straight Win as Leonard Stays Red-Hot

Recent reporting indicates the front office plans to stay the course before the deadline.

Dec 30, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden (1) is defended by Sacramento Kings guard Keon Ellis (23) as he drives to the basket in the first half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Dec 30, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) warms up prior to the game against the Sacramento Kings at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Los Angeles crushed Sacramento 131-90, its largest victory of the season, with Kawhi Leonard scoring 33 points and 26 before halftime.
  • The Clippers have climbed to 11-21 after a 6-21 start, winning five straight by double digits and outscoring opponents by a combined 105 points.
  • OptaSTATS reports the run is the best five-game scoring margin in NBA history for a team that entered the stretch at least 15 games under .500.
  • Leonard is averaging 37.8 points during the streak, including a 55-point outing, as improved pace, defense and 3-point shooting have powered the surge.
  • The Athletic reports the team is not preparing a fire sale and there are no signs James Harden wants out, with the 2026 first-round pick owed to OKC reducing tank incentives.