Clippers vs Lakers: Kawhi & Co. Take Control in 112-104 Victory

Clippers vs Lakers: Kawhi & Co. Take Control in 112-104 Victory

Inglewood, CA – January 23, 2026: The Los Angeles Clippers tightened their grip on momentum Thursday night with a hard-fought 112-104 win over the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena. In a clash of Pacific Division foes, the Clippers pulled away behind Kawhi Leonard’s scoring punch and stout team defense, leaving Lakers fans wanting more in this LA-centric showdown. ⭐ Clippers Ride Kawhi’s Consistency From tip-off it was clear Kawhi Leonard was in rhythm. Leonard scored 24 points , marking his 23rd straight game with at least 20 points — a testament to his reliability as a go-to scorer. His performance anchored the Clippers’ offensive flow and set the tone on both ends of the floor.  The Clippers have now won 7 of their last 8 games , a stretch that has seen them climb out of the lower tier of the Western Conference and re-establish themselves as a tough matchup night in and night out.  📊 Key Moments That Tilted the Game 🔹 Clippers surge early: Los Angeles opened up an aggressive first …