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Kawhi Leonard hit a buzzer-beating jumper to give the Los Angeles Clippers a 126–124 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday, October 31, 2025. The Clippers had led by as many as 17 points before the Pelicans rallied, with Zion Williamson tying the game on free throws with 9.6 seconds remaining.
Key performers included:
- Kawhi Leonard (LAC): Scored 34 points, including the game-winner.
- James Harden (LAC): Contributed 24 points and 14 assists.
- Jordan Poole (NOP): Had a team-high 30 points for the Pelicans, with seven 3-pointers.
- Zion Williamson (NOP): Finished with 29 points.
With the win, the Clippers improved to 3–2 on the season, while the Pelicans fell to 0–5. The game was the first NBA Cup pool play matchup for both teams.
NBA’s officiating staff, including Jenna Reneau, who was added in October 2025.