INGLEWOOD, Calif. — The Los Angeles Clippers finally ended their seven-game losing streak Sunday, November 8, beating the New Orleans Pelicans 139–123 at Intuit Dome. Darius Garland led the way with 24 points and 10 assists, while Brook Lopez contributed 20 points. Los Angeles had not won since its season opener against Sacramento and entered Sunday under pressure after twice surrendering double-digit fourth-quarter leads. This time, the Clippers kept their offense moving and did not fade when the game tightened.
New Orleans briefly took a 78–77 advantage during a third-quarter surge, but the Clippers responded and broke the contest open with a 15–6 run to begin the fourth. Los Angeles shot a season-best 54.8 percent from the field, made 16 of 38 three-point attempts and recorded 34 assists against only 11 turnovers. Gradey Dick and rookie Keaton Wagler scored 15 apiece. For the Pelicans, Trey Murphy III scored 26, while Zion Williamson and Jeremiah Fears each added 25.
The victory moved Los Angeles to 2–7, offering relief rather than proof that the team’s problems have disappeared. The Clippers still need to show they can maintain this shot quality, ball movement and fourth-quarter composure against tougher opponents and on the road. Their next test comes Tuesday at Phoenix, while New Orleans visits Golden State on Monday. After a frustrating opening stretch, the Clippers finally offered a clear answer on the court: fewer giveaways, better spacing and a strong finish.