The Los Angeles Clippers are in a playoff race, currently sitting in a precarious position as they seek to secure a top-six seed in the Western Conference. After a satisfying 114-98 victory against the New Orleans Pelicans, the Clippers maintained their place in the tightly contested race with other teams, including the Minnesota Timberwolves and Memphis Grizzlies, each holding a 44-32 record. Coach Tyronn Lue emphasized the importance of health and performance in these final games.

With only six regular-season games remaining, the Clippers' focus is on finishing strong without entering the play-in tournament. Key players, Kawhi Leonard and James Harden, contributed significantly to the recent victory, with Leonard scoring 28 points and Harden achieving a double-double with 21 points and 10 assists, highlighting their potential in the upcoming playoff scenarios.