Clippers, Pelicans seeing different results despite stars’ absence

Los Angeles Clippers guard Norman Powell led the team with 26 points in a 102-92 victory against the Golden State Warriors, as they await the return of Kawhi Leonard from knee inflammation. The Clippers, currently tied for fifth in the Western Conference, have been successful in Leonard’s absence with a balanced scoring effort and a strong defensive performance. The New Orleans Pelicans, on the other hand, are struggling without key players Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram, losing their last nine games and 18 of their last 19, with forward Trey Murphy III stepping up as a scoring leader.

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