SACRAMENTO, Calif. — In a standout performance, Norman Powell achieved his first career double-double, scoring 31 points and grabbing 12 rebounds, leading the Los Angeles Clippers to a 107-98 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Friday night. This win marked the Clippers’ third consecutive triumph in the season.

James Harden contributed significantly to the team’s effort, adding 22 points. The Clippers maintained control of the game for the majority of the match, entering the final quarter with a 78-73 advantage. They surged at the beginning of the fourth, executing a 16-5 run that helped solidify their lead.

In a valiant effort, Kevin Porter Jr. scored nine of his points in the fourth quarter as the Clippers found themselves needing to fend off a late comeback from the Kings. Sacramento managed to cut the lead down to four points with under three minutes remaining, putting pressure on the Clippers.

De’Aaron Fox was the standout performer for the Kings, leading his team with 31 points. Domantas Sabonis also had an impressive outing, contributing 23 points and securing 12 rebounds.

Harden’s early offensive burst included 15 points in the first quarter, while Powell added 11 in the second. This strong scoring performance allowed the Clippers to hold a slim 51-45 lead as they headed into halftime.