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Kawhi Leonard Ties Clippers Scoring Record With 55 in Win Over East‑Leading Pistons

Leonard limited his fourth‑quarter run to stay fresh, underscoring a health-focused ramp‑up that has powered the Clippers’ best stretch of the season.

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Dec 28, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) shoots against Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) during the second half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
Dec 28, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) battles for the ball with Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4) during the fourth quarter at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Leonard finished with 55 points on 17-of-26 shooting, adding 11 rebounds, five steals and three blocks in a 112-99 victory at the Intuit Dome.
  • His 26-point third quarter broke open a competitive game, and he went 16-of-17 at the line after a miss ended his franchise-record streak at 64 straight makes.
  • The performance tied the Clippers’ single-game points mark set by James Harden in November and marked Leonard’s first career 50-point game.
  • Short-handed without center Ivica Zubac, Los Angeles started an unusually veteran lineup and extended its season-best win streak to four games.
  • Detroit fell to 24-8 with a second straight road loss, as Cade Cunningham scored 27 after halftime and Jalen Duren posted 18 points and 14 rebounds; next up are Clippers–Kings and Pistons–Lakers on Tuesday.