Paul George led the Los Angeles Clippers with 22 points, but Kawhi Leonard may have played the biggest role in the 108-107 win over the Philadelphia 76ers. Leonard had two three-point plays and a big defensive stop to help the Clippers win against the 76ers Wednesday. Leonard finished with 17 points for the Clippers. LA improves to 45-27 on the season and next plays the Orlando Magic at 7 p.m. ET on Friday.
For the Sixers, it was a controversial ending for a team needing wins as the season winds down. There was no foul called on a play that could have tipped the game in Philadelphia’s favor. Tyrese Maxed led the 76ers with 26 points, while Kelly Oubre Jr. and Buddy Hield added 17. Philly drops to 40-35 and next play the Oklahoma City Thunder at 7:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday.
Betting recap for Clippers vs. 76ers on Wednesday
The Clippers entered Wednesday night’s game as a -6.5 road favorite over the 76ers at most Massachusetts sportsbooks. According to NBA betting odds, the over/under sat around 214.5 points. The total climbed just over the line, with the teams combining for 215 points.
Clippers vs. 76ers postgame statistical analysis for March 27
Coming into last night, the Clippers were 44-27, good for 4th in the Western Conference. Philadelphia continues to slide in the Eastern Conference standings without Joel Embiid, and are 39-34.
| Team Statistics | Los Angeles Clippers | Philadelphia 76ers |
|---|---|---|
| Points | 108 | 107 |
| Rebounds | 43 | 51 |
| Assists | 28 | 17 |
| Field Goals | 40-90 | 39-82 |
| Field Goal % | 44.4 | 47.6 |
| Three Pointers | 14-36 | 13-33 |
| Three Point % | 38.9 | 39.4 |
| Free Throws | 14-20 | 16-19 |
| Free Throw % | 70.0 | 84.2 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 12 |
Clippers vs. 76ers player highlights from Wednesday night
In an eventful 4th quarter, the Clippers edged out the 76ers, 108-17. A late foul call on Paul George was not called and the NBA did recognize the mistake. However, the Clippers retain the W and steal a game on the road.
Los Angeles Clippers leaders from Wednesday’s night game against the 76ers
Los Angeles pulled it out in a controversial ending, led by Paul George’s 22 points. It was a balanced effort by the Clippers, with all five starters in double-digit points. Here are the rest of the top players vs. Philadelphia:
- Paul George (F): 22 PTS, 10 RBS, 4 ASTS
- Kawhi Leonard (SF): 17 PTS, 9 RBS, 3 ASTS
- James Harden (SG): 16 PTS, 5 RBS, 14 ASTS
- Terance Mann (SG): 14 PTS, 7 RBS, 0 ASTS
- Ivica Zubac (C): 11 PTS, 4 RBS, 0 ASTS
Philadelphia 76ers leaders from Wednesday’s night game against the Clippers
While the 76ers should have beaten the Clippers, they fell short despite the performance of Tyrese Maxey. With Joel Embiid out, he continues to carry the team. Here are the rest of the top performers from their loss vs. Los Angeles:
- Tyrese Maxey (PG): 26 PTS, 7 RBS, 8 ASTS
- Buddy Hield (SG): 17 PTS, 3 RBS, 1 ASTS
- Tobias Harris (SF): 14 PTS, 7 RBS, 2 ASTS
- Kelly Oubre Jr (SG): 17 PTS, 11 RBS, 2 ASTS
- Mo Bamba (C): 12 PTS, 11 RBS, 0 ASTS
