Clippers defeat Knicks with Harden and Leonard's performance
James Harden scored 27 points and Kawhi Leonard added 20 as the Los Angeles Clippers defeated the New York Knicks 105-95. This win marks the Clippers' second consecutive victory after a rough stretch of six losses in seven games. The Clippers welcomed back Leonard and Derrick Jones Jr. but missed Norman Powell and Ben Simmons due to injuries. Ivica Zubac contributed with 16 points and 14 rebounds, while Nicolas Batum scored a season-high 17 points. The Knicks played without All-Star Jalen Brunson, who is sidelined with an ankle sprain. The Clippers are currently eighth in the Western Conference, with 19 games remaining in the season.