The Boston Celtics are trying to play some better basketball. 2025 has not been kind to them so far, despite the fact that they are still second in the Eastern Conference. Boston has alternated wins and losses in each of the last nine games.

Leonard has played just five games this season, as star guards James Harden and Norman Powell have had to carry the offense on their backs. Both Harden and Powell are having All-Star-caliber seasons and have played huge roles in LA's success.

The LA Clippers hosted the Los Angeles Lakers at Intuit Dome on Sunday night in the first meeting between these two teams this season. Picking up the win, the C

Leonard and Powell excel when paired with Harden on the court. Ivica Zubac, the Clippers’ starting center, is available after being on the injury report due to low back soreness

The Clippers released their injury report for their game against the Bulls that included Kawhi Leonard and James Harden.

Law Murray of The Athletic relayed Harden's probable status after having predicted a potential "mass rest day" for the Clippers against Chicago. Harden has appeared in 39 of his team's 41 games this season, with Clippers head coach Ty Lue saying he always wants to suit up.

After the Lakers’ loss to the Clippers, Lakers head coach JJ Redick called James Harden "one of the smartest players.”

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James praised LA Clippers' James Harden after Sunday's loss. The Clippers defeated their crosstown rivals 116-102. After the game, James discussed facing Kawhi Leonard again, and had plenty to say about Harden.

Norman Powell scored 22 points, James Harden had a double-double and the Los Angeles Clippers defeated LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers 116-102

Harden entered the game with 26,700 points, needing just 11 points to surpass Oscar Robertson's tally of 26,710 points. With his latest production, he's now at 26,721 points for 14th place on the NBA all-time scoring list.

Boston’s starting five is finding cohesion, and its defense stifled Golden State. The Celtics’ ability to stay consistent will be tested against the Clippers, who sit fifth in the Western Conference standings and sport a 15-7 record at the Intuit Dome.

Zach LaVine scored 35 points and the Chicago Bulls defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 112-99 to snap a five-game skid.