The Los Angeles Clippers took on the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on Friday, January 9, 2026. The Clippers won the game with a score of 121-105. This victory improved their record to 14-23 in the season.

Kawhi Leonard shined with 26 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists. James Harden also had a strong performance, scoring 31 points with 4 rebounds and 6 assists. The Clippers’ shooting accuracy played a big role in their win, hitting 59.2% of their field goals.

The Los Angeles Clippers started strong in the first quarter, scoring 35 points while the Brooklyn Nets managed 25. The Clippers maintained their lead in the second quarter, adding 28 points to their total, while the Nets put up 22. By halftime, the Clippers had a 16-point lead.

In the third quarter, both teams scored well, but the Clippers stayed ahead with 28 points compared to the Nets’ 29. The Clippers sealed the game in the fourth quarter, scoring 30 points as the Nets added 29. The Clippers’ effective shooting, with a 59.2% field goal rate, helped them secure the win with a final score of 121-105.

Kawhi Leonard played a big role for the Los Angeles Clippers. He scored 26 points, grabbed 5 rebounds, and dished out 5 assists. Leonard made 9 of his 15 shots from the field.

James Harden also had a strong game for the Clippers. He led the team with 31 points and added 4 rebounds and 6 assists. Harden was accurate, hitting 10 of his 13 shots.

For the Brooklyn Nets, Michael Porter Jr. was one of the top players. He scored 18 points and added 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Egor Demin contributed 19 points, while Nicolas Claxton added 13 points and 6 rebounds.

What’s Next

The Los Angeles Clippers improved their record to 13-23 with this win. They are currently 12th in the Western Conference. This victory helps them stay within reach of moving up in the standings.

The Brooklyn Nets now hold an 11-23 record after this game. They remain in 13th place in the Eastern Conference. The loss makes it harder for them to climb in their conference standings.

The Los Angeles Clippers will play their next game on Saturday, January 10. They will face the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena. After that, they have a home game against the Charlotte Hornets on Monday, January 12 at Intuit Dome.

The Brooklyn Nets will hit the road for their next game on Sunday, January 11. They will compete against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Their following game is against the Dallas Mavericks on Monday, January 12 at American Airlines Center.

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