Sun Nov 10 06:10:00 UTC 2024: ## Clippers Edge Out Raptors in Tight Contest at Intuit Dome

**INGLEWOOD, Calif. -** The Los Angeles Clippers narrowly defeated the Toronto Raptors 105-103 on Saturday night, extending their winning streak to four games. James Harden led the Clippers with 24 points and 12 rebounds, while Norman Powell also contributed 24 points.

The game was a close contest throughout, with the Raptors keeping the Clippers on their toes. Ochai Agbaji and Immanuel Quickley both tallied 21 points for Toronto. The Raptors, however, have now lost three straight and seven of their last eight.

The game went down to the wire. With 39 seconds remaining, Quickley hit a three-pointer to tie the score. However, the Clippers’ free throw shooting proved to be a hurdle. Powell and Harden combined to miss three of six free throws, allowing the Raptors a chance for victory.

The Raptors had multiple opportunities to secure the win but missed tough shots in the final seconds. The Clippers escaped with the victory when Jakob Poeltl missed a putback attempt with 4.1 seconds remaining.

Kevin Porter Jr. played well for the Clippers, contributing 15 points in his best performance since returning to the NBA this fall.

The Clippers will now travel to Oklahoma City to face the Thunder on Monday, while the Raptors stay in Los Angeles to play the Lakers on Sunday.

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