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The Houston Rockets defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 102–95 on February 10 at Toyota Center, holding their visitors well below the Vegas total of 213.5 in a defensive showcase. Kevin Durant led Houston with 26 points while Alperen Sengun added 22, as the Rockets shot 45.6 percent from the field and connected on 14 three-pointers to maintain control throughout. Los Angeles countered with Kawhi Leonard's 24 points and John Collins's 17, but the Clippers' 40.9 field-goal percentage and just 8 made threes proved insufficient; they also committed only 11 turnovers compared to Houston's 16, yet couldn't capitalize on that efficiency advantage. The third quarter proved decisive, with Houston outscoring Los Angeles 27–20 to build separation. Houston's defensive rating of 103.1 suffocated the Clippers' offense, while the Rockets' 109.8 offensive rating provided enough cushion despite 19 assists to LAC's 24. The loss drops the Clippers further back in the Western Conference playoff race as Houston's defense continues to tighten.
