November 23 - The Clippers defeated the Hornets 131-116, ending their losing streak. Harden was on fire, contributing efficient scoring throughout the game and helping the team stabilize the situation in crucial moments on several occasions.

At the start of the game, the Hornets got off to a quicker start, jumping out to an 18-10 lead. However, thanks to Harden's consecutive scoring and the Clippers' well-rounded offense, they not only tied the score but also built a 38-30 lead late in the first quarter. In the second quarter, the Hornets' offense stalled, and the deficit widened to as much as 14 points. Although Knipple had a hot hand late in the quarter, hitting three three-pointers and scoring 11 points to help his team close the gap to 57-62 , the Clippers maintained control throughout the game.

After switching sides, the Hornets fought back in the third quarter, narrowing the gap to 2 points at one point. At the end of the third quarter, the Clippers maintained control of the game, leading 96-82 . In the final quarter, the Clippers extended their lead to 24 points. Although Miller contributed 11 points and two three-pointers in the quarter, the Hornets couldn't turn the tide. Harden played steadily in the final stages, scoring 12 points to seal the victory. Ultimately, the Clippers won 131-116 .

Clippers player statistics

Harden 55 points , 3 rebounds , 7 assists; Zubac 18 points , 9 rebounds , 6 assists; Sanders 11 points , 1 rebound, 2 assists; Lopez 11 points, 1 rebound , 1 assist; Collins 10 points, 7 rebounds; Batum 9 points, 3 rebounds; Christie 8 points , 9 rebounds; Dunn 6 points , 2 rebounds , 6 assists

Hornets player statistics

Knipple 26 points , 1 rebound , 1 assist; Miller 21 points , 1 rebound , 3 assists; Bridges 19 points , 3 rebounds , 2 assists; Ball 18 points , 4 rebounds, 7 assists; Sexton 18 points, 3 rebounds, 4 assists; Diabate 6 points, 7 rebounds, 1 assist; James 3 points, 2 rebounds, 3 assists .