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Los Angeles Defeats Houston 106-100 - Recap
Houston was scorched by Kawhi Leonard for 26 points as the Clippers defeated the Rockets 106-100 in NBA action on Friday.
Los Angeles did not, however, defeat the Rockets against the spread, which closed at -7.5 at most sportsbooks. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go UNDER the closing number of 217.5.
James Harden had 24 points for Los Angeles and Paul George chipped in with 23 points. James Harden had 7 assists for the Clippers, while James Harden was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
The Rockets got a 23-point performance from Alperen Sengun, who was supported by 20 points from Jalen Green. Fred VanVleet had 10 assists in a losing cause for Houston, while Alperen Sengun grabbed 8 rebounds.
Los Angeles trailed at halftime, 50-48.
Next game, Los Angeles takes its act on the road to face San Antonio looking for another win. For Houston, they head on the road to face Los Angeles.