Overview
- Los Angeles hit 20 of 37 from three-point range while Houston finished 9 of 30 from long distance.
- The Clippers turned the Rockets’ 13 turnovers into 16 points and stretched a six-point deficit after the first quarter into a 98-82 lead after three.
- The result gives the Clippers consecutive victories for just the second time this season following their 103-88 win over the Lakers.
- Kevin Durant scored 22 points for Houston, with Alperen Şengün posting 19 points and 11 rebounds, Amen Thompson 19, and Jabari Smith Jr. 16.
- Houston has dropped four of five during a tough road stretch, as Los Angeles continues without center Ivica Zubac, who is out at least 10 games, and the Rockets remain without Fred VanVleet for the season.