Paul George Scores 29 and Clippers Down Blazers 111–102

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard, right, reaches in on Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard, left, during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., on March 19, 2023. Steve Dykes/AP Photo

PORTLAND, Ore.—Paul George had 29 points and the Los Angeles Clippers handed the Portland Trail Blazers their sixth straight loss with a 117–102 victory on Sunday night, March 19.

Kawhi Leonard added 24 for the Clippers as they fight for home-court advantage in the playoffs. Los Angeles was sitting at fifth in the Western Conference standings just behind of the Phoenix Suns.