Lakers Defeat Clippers 135-118 in Riveting Showdown
Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 11:00 PM ET · crypto.com Arena
Los Angeles Lakers 135, LA Clippers 118, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won LA Clippers vs Los Angeles Lakers?
Los Angeles Lakers beat LA Clippers 135-118 at crypto.com Arena on November 25, 2025.
Who was favored in LA Clippers vs Los Angeles Lakers?
Los Angeles Lakers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -258 (about 72% implied). The favorite won.
The Los Angeles Lakers secured a commanding victory over the LA Clippers, finishing the game with a score of 135-118. The Lakers showcased their dominance at the crypto.com Arena, extending their lead in the season series to 2-0 against their cross-town rivals. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it highlighted the contrasting fortunes of both teams, with the Lakers boasting a strong home record of 13-4 compared to the Clippers' struggles at 5-13.
In the lead-up to this game, the Lakers were in impressive form, having won four consecutive games. Their recent performances included victories over teams like the Utah Jazz and the Milwaukee Bucks, where they averaged 117.1 points scored and allowed 113.6 points over their last ten games. At home, they maintained an unbeaten record of 3-0 in their last three games, demonstrating their ability to capitalize on home-court advantage.
Conversely, the Clippers were facing challenges, with a recent record of 2-8 over their last ten games and a current losing streak of one game. Their scoring average during this stretch was 111.9 points, while they allowed 118.7 points per game. The Clippers' away record stood at 2-5, which further emphasized their difficulties in securing wins outside of their home arena.
In terms of previous meetings, the Lakers had a favorable record against the Clippers, winning three of their last four encounters. The last matchup prior to this game took place on March 3, 2025, where the Lakers triumphed 108-102. This history of success against the Clippers likely contributed to the Lakers' confidence heading into this game.
Injury concerns also played a role in the matchup. The Clippers were without Jordan Miller due to a shoulder injury, while Bradley Beal and Yanic Konan Niederhauser were listed as day-to-day with hip and foot injuries, respectively. The absence of key players can significantly impact a team's performance, and the Clippers were certainly feeling the effects of their injury list.
The betting market reflected the Lakers' strong position, with DraftKings setting the odds at LAL -6.5, indicating a clear expectation of a Lakers victory. The total points line was set at 227.5, with odds of -115 for the over and -105 for the under. These odds underscored the confidence in the Lakers' ability to score while also acknowledging the Clippers' defensive struggles.
Game conditions were favorable, with both teams taking to the court under standard NBA circumstances. Fans and viewers were treated to a display of high-level basketball, with notable scoring plays contributing to the exciting atmosphere. Key moments included Jaxson Hayes' alley-oop dunk assisted by Luka Doncic, and LeBron James making critical shots to extend the Lakers' lead.
As the game progressed, the Lakers maintained their lead, showcasing their offensive prowess and defensive resilience. The final quarter saw the Lakers pull away decisively, with contributions from players like Austin Reaves and Drew Timme, who helped seal the victory with crucial free throws and field goals.
In conclusion, the Lakers' 135-118 win over the Clippers not only highlighted their strong home form but also their ability to perform under pressure against a rival team. With this victory, the Lakers continue to assert their dominance in the league, while the Clippers will need to regroup and address their ongoing struggles as they look to improve their performance in the coming games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LAL -6.5 | 227.5 o -115 / u -105 | LA Clippers +210 · Los Angeles Lakers -258 |
Injury report
- Jordan MillerOutShoulderLA Clippers
- Bradley BealDay-To-DayHipLA Clippers
- Yanic Konan NiederhauserDay-To-DayFootLA Clippers
Leaders
- PointsLuka Doncic43Los Angeles Lakers
- AssistsLuka Doncic13Los Angeles Lakers
- ReboundsLuka Doncic9Los Angeles Lakers
- PointsJames Harden29LA Clippers
- AssistsJames Harden9LA Clippers
- ReboundsIvica Zubac10LA Clippers
Recent form
Los Angeles Lakers
Last 10: 8-2Streak W4117.1 scored · 113.6 allowed per game3-0 at home
- W108-106at Utah JazzNov 24
- W140-126vs Utah JazzNov 19
- W119-95at Milwaukee BucksNov 16
- W118-104at New Orleans PelicansNov 15
- L92-121at Oklahoma City ThunderNov 13
- W121-111at Charlotte HornetsNov 11
- L102-122at Atlanta HawksNov 9
- W118-116vs San Antonio SpursNov 6
- W123-115at Portland Trail BlazersNov 4
- W130-120vs Miami HeatNov 3
LA Clippers
Last 10: 2-8Streak L1111.9 scored · 118.7 allowed per game2-5 away
- L105-120at Cleveland CavaliersNov 23
- W131-116at Charlotte HornetsNov 22
- L101-129at Orlando MagicNov 21
- L108-110at Philadelphia 76ersNov 18
- L118-121at Boston CelticsNov 16
- W133-127at Dallas MavericksNov 15
- L116-130vs Denver NuggetsNov 13
- L102-105vs Atlanta HawksNov 11
- L103-114vs Phoenix SunsNov 9
- L102-115at Phoenix SunsNov 7
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA Lakers | - | 29 | W3 | .646 | 53 |
| Phoenix | 8 | 37 | W1 | .549 | 45 |
| LA Clippers | 11 | 40 | W1 | .512 | 42 |
| Golden State | 16 | 45 | L3 | .451 | 37 |
| Sacramento | 31 | 60 | L1 | .268 | 22 |
Box score
| Stat | LA Clippers | Los Angeles Lakers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 42-81 | 50-87 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 57 |
| Three-pointers | 13-35 | 13-29 |
| Three-point % | 37 | 45 |
| Free throws | 21-24 | 22-26 |
| Free throw % | 88 | 85 |
| Rebounds | 29 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 26 |
| Assists | 24 | 29 |
| Steals | 7 | 9 |
| Blocks | 2 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 3 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 3 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 20 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 24 |
| Points in the paint | 48 | 62 |
| Fouls | 22 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 18 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter93-97LeBron James makes layup (Luka Doncic assists)
- 3rd Quarter93-98LeBron James makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter93-99Austin Reaves makes technical free throw
- 4th Quarter93-100Austin Reaves makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter93-101Austin Reaves makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter95-101Ivica Zubac makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter95-103Jaxson Hayes makes layup (LeBron James assists)
- 4th Quarter95-106LeBron James makes 24-foot three point jumper (Austin Reaves assists)
- 4th Quarter97-106Chris Paul makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter97-107Austin Reaves makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter97-108Austin Reaves makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter97-110LeBron James makes 14-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter97-112Austin Reaves makes 3-foot layup (LeBron James assists)
- 4th Quarter100-112Kris Dunn makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kobe Brown assists)
- 4th Quarter100-115Austin Reaves makes 23-foot three point jumper (Luka Doncic assists)
- 4th Quarter102-115Kawhi Leonard makes layup (Ivica Zubac assists)
- 4th Quarter102-117Austin Reaves makes driving layup (Jaxson Hayes assists)
- 4th Quarter105-117John Collins makes 23-foot three point jumper (Kawhi Leonard assists)
- 4th Quarter105-119Austin Reaves makes layup (Jaxson Hayes assists)
- 4th Quarter107-119Kris Dunn makes 6-foot driving floating jump shot (James Harden assists)
- 4th Quarter107-121Rui Hachimura makes 2-foot alley oop dunk shot (Jaxson Hayes assists)
- 4th Quarter108-121Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter109-121Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter110-121Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter111-121Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter111-122Luka Doncic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter111-123Luka Doncic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter113-123Ivica Zubac makes 4-foot two point shot (Kris Dunn assists)
- 4th Quarter113-124Luka Doncic makes technical free throw
- 4th Quarter115-124James Harden makes 4-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter115-125Luka Doncic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter115-127Austin Reaves makes two point shot (LeBron James assists)
- 4th Quarter115-129Jaxson Hayes makes 1-foot alley oop dunk shot (Luka Doncic assists)
- 4th Quarter115-131LeBron James makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter115-132Austin Reaves makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter115-133Austin Reaves makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter116-133Kobe Sanders makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter117-133Kobe Sanders makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter117-135Drew Timme makes two point shot (Bronny James assists)
- 4th Quarter118-135Cam Christie makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Los Angeles Lakers, below favours LA Clippers.
Venue
- crypto.com ArenaLos Angeles, CA
- Attendance18997
- OfficialsJames Williams, J.B. DeRosa, John Conley
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