The Los Angeles Clippers showcased their defensive prowess against the Memphis Grizzlies, securing a decisive 128-114 victory. A standout performance in the third quarter, where the Clippers outscored the Grizzlies by 36 points, propelled them to a comfortable lead. Kawhi Leonard led the charge with 25 points and played a season-high 34 minutes. James Harden was close to a triple-double, contributing 18 points, 10 assists, and 8 rebounds, while surpassing Hakeem Olajuwon on the all-time scoring list.

Despite entering the game with the league's top offense, the Grizzlies struggled without star point guard Ja Morant, who was a late scratch due to knee soreness. The Clippers exploited this absence, employing a defensive strategy that resulted in 17 steals and 41 points off turnovers. New addition Bogdan Bogdanovic made his Clippers debut, and Kris Dunn stepped up in the starting lineup, delivering a strong performance with 14 points.