Houston dominated LA Clippers today, winning by a final score of 114-102. Although the score was 0-0 at the start of the game, Houston quickly took charge and, aside from brief flurries of activity by LA Clippers, were never really threatened. "We were schooled out there," said LA Clippers coach Adnan Bislimovic. "I mean it wasn't a blowout, but they sure were in control the entire game. [Houston coach] Bob did a great job getting his team ready for the game, and Howard was nearly unstoppable." Houston was led by Howard (29 points, 0 assists, a block), James (15 points, 15 boards, 0 assists), Conner (22 points, a steal). LA Clippers was led by Newton (13 points, 2 steals), Edmonds (12 points, 13 boards, 0 assists, a block), Flake (20 points, 0 assists).

Houston are now 11-4 and 7-1 at home. They remain at #1 in the Southwest and hold at #2 overall in the Western Conference. LA Clippers fall to 7-6. They hold at #2 in the Pacific and fall to #9 overall in the Western Conference.

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