Jackson Scores 26 Points, Clippers Outlast Rockets 99–98

Jackson Scores 26 Points, Clippers Outlast Rockets 99–98
Houston Rockets forward Jae'Sean Tate (Front R) shoots as Los Angeles Clippers forward Marcus Morris Sr. (L) defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Houston on Feb. 27, 2022. Eric Christian Smith/AP Photo
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HOUSTON—Reggie Jackson scored 26 points, including three key points down the stretch to lead the Los Angeles Clippers to a 99–98 victory over the Houston Rockets on Sunday night to open a two-game series.

Jackson’s jumper with about 90 seconds left put the Clippers up 97–95.