Clippers defeat Spurs 122-117, enter 4-way tie for 4th in West

The Los Angeles Clippers secured a 122-117 victory over the San Antonio Spurs, moving into a tie for fourth place in the Western Conference with a record of 47-32. Ivica Zubac was a standout performer, recording 24 points and 20 rebounds, while Norman Powell contributed 25 points and James Harden added 21 points and 12 assists. Despite the absence of Kawhi Leonard due to injury management, the Clippers showed resilience, particularly in the third quarter where they outscored the Spurs 37-26. The Spurs, missing key players including Victor Wembanyama, suffered their eighth loss in nine games. As the regular season nears its end, the Clippers are in a tight race for playoff positioning, with their next game against the second-place Houston Rockets. Coach Tyronn Lue credited the team's recent success to a healthy roster and strong performances from players returning from injury.