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The Los Angeles Clippers edged the Houston Rockets 105–102 on February 11 at Toyota Center, with Kawhi Leonard's 27 points anchoring a dominant fourth-quarter surge that proved decisive. The Clippers outscored Houston 35–26 in the final frame, turning a tight contest into a road victory despite shooting just 46.8 percent from the field. Leonard's scoring prowess was complemented by Kobe Dunn's 16 points as Los Angeles forced 13 steals and limited turnovers to just nine, compared to Houston's 21 miscues. The Rockets, led by Kevin Durant's 21 points and Raishan Sheppard's 17, struggled defensively with a 116.1 defensive rating and were outrebounded 45–32 on the glass. Houston made 12 three-pointers but shot 46.3 percent overall, unable to sustain momentum after a competitive first half. The combined 207 points fell short of the 212.5 Vegas total, reflecting a defensive tightening down the stretch. The Clippers' fourth-quarter execution and turnover discipline suggest growing chemistry as they navigate the playoff picture.
