Kawhi Leonard has best game of season vs. Celtics; Clippers show how dangerous they can be when healthy
The Boston Celtics entered Monday night with the best record, and best offense, in the NBA , but they were thoroughly outplayed in a 113-93 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers. The Clippers have been a bit of an afterthought so far this season thanks to a host of injury issues, but with the win over Boston they reminded the league just how dangerous they can be when at full strength. The Clippers forced 15 Boston turnovers, and held the Celtics to just 23 percent shooting from long range. They won the rebounding battle 46-36, outscored the Celtics 14-1 in transition and snapped their league-best streak of 100-point games that dated back to last season. In what was their most impressive victory of the year, the Clippers were led by Kawhi Leonard, who had his best Game after missing last season . In 29 minutes, Leonard compiled 25 points, nine rebounds and six assists -- all season highs. He also shot an extremel...