Utah Jazz Defeat LA Clippers 120-118 As Clarkson Seals Win with Late 3-Pointer

Lauri Markkanen's standout performance of 35 points, 12 rebounds and Paul George's game-high 36 points not enough to secure Clippers win as they suffer 12th consecutive regular season loss in Utah.

In a thrilling finish, Utah Jazz's Jordan Clarkson sealed a 120-118 victory against the LA Clippers by making a crucial 3-pointer with 28 seconds left in the game.
Despite Paul George's game-high 36 points and a standout performance from Lauri Markkanen, who scored 35 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, the Clippers couldn't secure the win, marking their 12th consecutive regular season loss in Utah.
The Clippers struggled with turnovers and offensive rebounds, which resulted in Utah gaining 13 extra possessions. Utah secured 17 offensive rebounds leading to 33 second-chance points, greatly affecting the game's outcome.
The Clippers executed a comeback in the fourth quarter, erasing a 10-point deficit to take the lead for the first time in the game with 5:49 on the clock. However, their performance was not enough to combat Utah's offensive efforts.
Kawhi Leonard's missed 3-point attempt in the final seconds of the game marked his struggle in clutch situations, mirroring a similar scenario from a game against the Oklahoma City Thunder earlier in the year where he failed to deliver a winning shot.