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Clippers Rout Slumping Timberwolves as Kawhi Leonard Scores 41

Rudy Gobert’s plea for effort-driven accountability went public, underscoring a group still searching for an on-court response.

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - JANUARY 14: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the LA Clippers defends against Anthony Edwards #5 of the Minnesota Timberwolves in the fourth quarter at Target Center on January 14, 2024 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Clippers 109-105. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Los Angeles won 115-96 in Minneapolis, seizing control with a 17-3 run to end the third quarter as Leonard posted 41 points and eight rebounds.
  • The setback followed Minnesota’s 119-115 collapse against New Orleans after an 18-point lead, which led Gobert to call for benching players who don’t show effort.
  • Head coach Chris Finch said he handled the matter internally and had previously questioned the team’s rim protection, noting the overall impact at the rim was lacking.
  • Minnesota has lost three of its past four games — all to sub-.500 opponents — and against the Clippers shot 8-for-33 from three with 20 turnovers, spotlighting cohesion and defensive slippage.
  • Recent acquisition Ayo Dosunmu debuted for the Timberwolves with 11 points and two steals as the team works to settle its rotation before the All-Star break.