Lakers vs Clippers: Los Angeles Lakers Win Sixth Straight Game

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The Los Angeles Lakers have won their sixth straight game, defeating the Los Angeles Clippers 108-102 on Sunday night. Luka Doncic led the way with 29 points, nine assists, and six rebounds, while LeBron James added 17 points and nine assists. The Lakers were without injured starters Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura, but were able to hold off the Clippers despite a late rally. Kawhi Leonard scored a season-high 33 points for the Clippers, who erased most of a late 21-point deficit before falling short in their fifth loss in six games.

The game was a back-and-forth affair, with the Lakers taking a 56-43 lead into halftime. The Clippers struggled to score in the first half, missing 10 straight shots with three turnovers at one point. However, they were able to mount a comeback in the second half, with Leonard's 3-pointer trimming the Lakers' lead to 107-102 with 1:40 to play. The Clippers missed their final six shots, however, and the Lakers were able to hold on for the win. The Lakers' defense was key in the fourth quarter, as they were able to limit the Clippers to just 25 points. The Lakers' offense was also impressive, with Doncic and James leading the way. The Lakers' bench was also a factor, with Dalton Knecht scoring 19 points and hitting five 3-pointers.

The Lakers have now won 16 of 19 overall and have jumped into second place in the Western Conference at 38-21. The Clippers, on the other hand, have lost five of their last six games and are struggling to find consistency. The two teams will meet again next season, but for now, the Lakers are celebrating their sixth straight win. The Lakers' win was also significant because it marked a milestone for James, who is now just one point shy of becoming the first player in NBA history to score 50,000 combined points in the regular season and the playoffs.

Here are the key stats from the game:

• Lakers: Luka Doncic (29 points, 9 assists, 6 rebounds), LeBron James (17 points, 9 assists), Dalton Knecht (19 points, 5 3-pointers)
• Clippers: Kawhi Leonard (33 points), Norman Powell (4 points), Paul George (15 points)

The Lakers will look to continue their winning streak on Tuesday night when they host the Pelicans, while the Clippers will visit the Suns.

The Lakers' schedule for the upcoming week is as follows:

1. Tuesday: vs Pelicans
2. Thursday: vs Warriors
3. Saturday: vs Suns

The Clippers' schedule for the upcoming week is as follows:

1. Tuesday: at Suns
2. Thursday: at Nuggets
3. Saturday: vs Jazz

The Lakers and Clippers will meet again next season, but for now, the Lakers are celebrating their sixth straight win.

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