Kawhi Leonard’s heroics lead Clippers past Pelicans

Kawhi Leonard’s Heroics Lead Clippers Past Pelicans

The Clippers star buries a 20-foot jumper at the buzzer and finishes with 34 points in a 126-124 victory over winless New Orleans in an NBA Cup group-stage opener.

Whatever has been bothering the Clippers lately was eased Friday night by a game-winning shot from Kawhi Leonard at the buzzer, capping a 126-124 victory over the winless New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA Cup group-stage opener for both teams.

The Clippers (3-2) suffered lapses in their defense down the stretch and were forced to hold off a late run by the Pelicans, who had closed to within 124-122 with 19 seconds left.

Kawhi Leonard finishes with 34 points.

Author's summary: Clippers win 126-124 vs Pelicans.

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Los Angeles Daily News Los Angeles Daily News — 2025-11-01

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