In a historic performance on Wednesday night, the Los Angeles Clippers dominated the Brooklyn Nets with a staggering 126-67 victory, marking the largest margin of victory in franchise history. Kawhi Leonard led the Clippers with 23 points and James Harden contributed 21, as the team surpassed their previous record set against Oklahoma City. The defeat was also significant for the Nets, representing their worst loss ever, eclipsing a 52-point defeat from 1978. Leonard's return from injury played a crucial role as he logged 24 minutes, helping the Clippers to a 58-35 halftime lead.
The Clippers unleashed a 29-3 run during the third quarter, extending their lead to an overwhelming 102-51 by the end of the period. Jalen Wilson was the standout for Brooklyn, scoring 16 points, but the team struggled overall, shooting only 30.5% from the field. The Clippers' effective shooting, at 54.4%, highlighted their offensive prowess. Following this victory, LA is set to face Portland next, while Brooklyn will take on the Lakers, as both teams look to turn their seasons around.