The LA Clippers edged out the Golden State Warriors in a tightly contested 102-99 victory at the Intuit Dome, featuring a thrilling battle between the two greatest three-point shooters in the NBA. While Stephen Curry delivered a strong performance for the Warriors with 26 points, including six three-pointers, it was Norman Powell who led the Clippers with 23 points, sinking five shots from beyond the arc. Despite a rough shooting night for James Harden, who managed 12 points on 4-of-15 shooting and 2-of-6 from three-point range, the Clippers’ defense proved instrumental in slowing down the high-scoring Warriors. The game was characterized by the many turnovers, 20 for the Clippers and 19 for the Warriors. In the final seconds, Curry’s missed three-pointer sealed the victory for the Clippers, who continue to adjust without Kawhi Leonard due to his indefinite absence with a knee injury.
CLIPPERS WIN!!! pic.twitter.com/PqMExMiOSd
— LA Clippers (@LAClippers) November 19, 2024
In another exciting contest, the Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Houston Rockets 101-100. Damian Lillard’s return to the court made a significant impact, scoring 20 points, including the game-winning layup, and dishing out four assists. Giannis Antetokounmpo showcased his all-around talent with a double-double, posting 20 points, 13 rebounds, four assists, and three blocks. On the Houston side, Alperen Sengun impressed with 18 points, seven rebounds, five assists, and two steals.