George Scores Season-High 38 Points to Lead Clippers Over Thunder 128–117 for 9th Win in 11

Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul George (L) shoots as Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, center and forward Kenrich Williams defend during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Los Angeles on Jan. 16, 2024. Mark J. Terrill/AP Photo

LOS ANGELES—Paul George scored 18 of his season-high 38 points in the fourth quarter and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 128–117 on Tuesday night, Jan. 16, for their ninth win in 11 games.

Kawhi Leonard and James Harden added 16 points apiece to complete a big day for the franchise. Earlier, Commissioner Adam Silver announced the 2026 All-Star Game will be held at the Clippers’ under-construction arena in Inglewood, where they begin play next season.