The Los Angeles Clippers faced the Oklahoma City Thunder, the NBA's top team, suffering a narrow loss of 103-101. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 26 points, despite a rough shooting night of 7-for-29. The Clippers had opportunities to take the lead late in the game but faltered, with key turnovers from Ivica Zubac and a missed shot by Kawhi Leonard sealing their fate. Despite the loss, Kawhi scored 25 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, while James Harden added 17 points, moving past Moses Malone on the all-time scoring list. The defeat leaves the Clippers at eighth place in the Western Conference, while the Thunder solidify their league-best record at 59-12.