Ivica Zubac’s Los Angeles Clippers won their fifth win in a row last night, defeating the Toronto Raptors 121-117 after overtime.
James Harden scored eight of his 31 points in overtime and added 10 assists, and the Croatian representative played 38:33 minutes and in that time inserted 16 baskets (field shot 7/10) with 14 rebounds and two assists for the Clippers, who overcame a 14-point deficit.
Jordan Miller added 19 points for Los Angeles. Cam Christie scored 16, Kris Dunn 15 and Kobe Sanders 13.
Scottie Barnes led the way with 24 steals for the Raptors, who have lost two of three games. Brandon Ingram added 19 points, and Jamal Shead added 15 points and 13 assists.
Indiana Pacers achieved their fourth victory in the last five games, winning at home with 127-119 New Orleans Pelicans.
They were led to the celebration by Jay Huff who scored 29 points and had nine rebounds, Andrew Nembhard recorded a double-double with 19 points and 10 assists.
Sacramento Kings extended their winning streak to four games by defeating away from home with 128-115 Washington Wizards.
Russell Westbrook scored 26 points, six of which were 3-pointers, which is his best result of the season, DeMar DeRozan added 13 points, and Zach LaVine and Precious Achiuwa each scored 16 points for the Kings.
Houston Rockets were better than the visitors with 110-105 Minnesota Timberwolvesand Kevin Durant led them to the celebration with 39 points.
Cleveland Cavaliers won away from home with 117-115 Philadelphia 76ersand the most deserving of the victory was Jaylon Tyson, who finished the game with 39 points.
(Hina | Photo: LA Clippers)
