Kawhi Leonard Matches Franchise Record in Clippers Victory
Kawhi Leonard scored 28 points to equal a franchise record as the Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Chicago Bulls 119-108 in an NBA game.
Leonard recorded at least 20 points for the 44th consecutive game, matching Bob McAdoo's single-season mark set in 1974-75, when the Clippers franchise was based in Buffalo.
Bennedict Mathurin added 26 points at Intuit Dome, helping the Clippers improve to 7-1 in March and bring their season record to 34-32.
The Clippers currently hold the eighth position in the Western Conference standings, while the Bulls, who suffered their second consecutive loss in Los Angeles after falling to the Lakers on Thursday, are 12th in the Eastern Conference.
Houston Rockets Edge New Orleans Pelicans 107-105
Kevin Durant scored 32 points as the Houston Rockets narrowly defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 107-105 at home.
Despite missing All-Star center Alpern Snegun due to a back injury, Houston maintained the lead throughout the game. However, a 12-1 run by the Pelicans gave them a 104-100 advantage with 31 seconds remaining.
Forward Jabari Smith Jr. responded with a three-pointer to regain the lead for the Rockets. Two critical turnovers by the Pelicans in the final moments secured the victory for Houston.
Anthony Edwards Leads Timberwolves Past Warriors
Anthony Edwards scored 42 points to help the Minnesota Timberwolves snap a three-game losing streak with a 127-117 win over the Golden State Warriors in San Francisco.
Portland Trail Blazers Sweep Utah Jazz
Jrue Holiday contributed 25 points and eight assists as the Portland Trail Blazers completed a four-game series sweep of the Utah Jazz with a 124-114 home victory.
