Clippers defeat Knicks, improve playoff standings

The Los Angeles Clippers defeated the New York Knicks 105-95, with James Harden scoring 27 points and Kawhi Leonard adding 20. This win helps the Clippers maintain their playoff position in the Western Conference. The Knicks, currently third in the Eastern Conference, lost their third straight game. They played without Jalen Brunson, who is out for at least two weeks due to an ankle injury. The Clippers managed to secure the win despite being outscored in the third quarter. They started the fourth strong, scoring six consecutive points and finishing the game with a 26-17 run.