In a tense showdown at the Crypto.com Arena, the Los Angeles Clippers edged the Golden State Warriors 102-92, marking their third victory over the Warriors this season. Norman Powell was the standout performer for the Clippers, scoring 24 points, while James Harden contributed significantly with 18 points and seven assists. Ivica Zubac also made a notable impact, finishing with 17 points and 11 rebounds.

The Warriors, missing key players Stephen Curry and Draymond Green, saw Jonathan Kuminga rise to the occasion with a career-high 34 points off the bench. Despite the loss, the Warriors showed resilience, narrowing a 19-point deficit to just three in the fourth quarter, which led to a heated exchange between players on both teams.

As the game progressed, tensions escalated, resulting in technical fouls for Harden and Lindy Waters III after a series of fouls and physical plays. The Warriors struggled offensively, shooting only 37% from the field, but they did manage to dominate the boards with a 47-39 rebounding advantage, including 19 offensive rebounds.

With the loss, the Warriors fell to 3-12 in their last 15 games, while the Clippers, despite their own struggles, improved their record to 4-4 in their last eight games. The Warriors are set to host the Phoenix Suns in their next matchup, while the Clippers will embark on a three-game road trip starting with the New Orleans Pelicans.