The LA Clippers vs Timberwolves match player stats from March 11, 2026 show a 153-128 Clippers win at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. Kawhi Leonard scored 45 points on 15 of 20 shooting to lead Los Angeles to its third straight victory.
Minnesota played without four inactive players while Los Angeles was missing four rotation pieces of its own, including Bradley Beal and John Collins. The Clippers built their lead in transition and never let the Timberwolves get closer than single digits in the second half, closing the game on a 79-63 scoring edge after halftime.
Match Overview
| Date | Venue | Final Score | Records (after game) |
| March 11, 2026 | Intuit Dome, Inglewood, California | Clippers 153, Timberwolves 128 | LAC 33-32, MIN 40-26 |
Pre-Match Context
The Clippers entered the night looking to build momentum after opening the season 6-21 before climbing back toward .500. A win over New York two nights earlier had them at the start of a five-game homestand, and beating Minnesota moved them above .500 for the stretch with their sixth win in seven games.
The Timberwolves came in having won five straight before dropping back-to-back games, sitting sixth in the Western Conference and only a half-game behind the third-place Lakers. Both teams were missing key rotation players. Minnesota had Ayo Dosunmu and Zyon Pullin inactive, while Mike Conley did not play.
Los Angeles was without Bradley Beal, John Collins, Yanic Konan Niederhäuser and TyTy Washington Jr., with Bogdan Bogdanović also not playing. Those absences opened up minutes for reserves like Jordan Miller and Bennedict Mathurin, both of whom finished in double figures for the Clippers.
Quarter by Quarter Score
| Quarter | Timberwolves | Clippers |
| Q1 | 27 | 38 |
| Q2 | 38 | 36 |
| Q3 | 33 | 35 |
| Q4 | 30 | 44 |
| Final | 128 | 153 |
Quarter by Quarter Breakdown
First Quarter
The Clippers opened fast behind Kawhi Leonard, who scored 18 points in the period on 8 of 10 shooting. Los Angeles shot 15 of 23 from the field as a team and outscored Minnesota 38-27. Anthony Edwards kept the Timberwolves close with 14 points of his own, but the Clippers’ hot shooting from the perimeter set the tone early.
Second Quarter
Minnesota answered with a 38-point quarter of its own, shooting 14 of 19 from the field, and briefly trimmed the deficit. The Clippers still matched their pace from three-point range, making 2 of 6 attempts while getting 16 of 18 free throws to fall. Los Angeles carried a 74-65 lead into halftime.
Third Quarter
Darius Garland caught fire in the third, making all five of his shots including three 3-pointers for 13 points. The Clippers shot 7 of 11 from deep as a team in the quarter and extended their lead to 109-98 heading into the fourth.
Fourth Quarter
Los Angeles closed the game on a 44-30 run, with Bennedict Mathurin scoring 10 points on perfect 3 of 3 shooting off the bench. Minnesota’s starters played limited minutes down the stretch as the outcome was no longer in doubt, allowing Clippers reserves to close out the 153-128 final.
Team Stats Comparison
| Stat | Timberwolves | Clippers |
| Field Goals | 46-77 (.597) | 52-82 (.634) |
| 3-Pointers | 11-25 (.440) | 19-37 (.514) |
| Free Throws | 25-29 (.862) | 30-36 (.833) |
| Rebounds | 28 | 29 |
| Assists | 32 | 36 |
Key Numbers That Decided the Game
The shooting numbers explain most of the 25-point gap between these two teams.
- The Clippers made 19 of 37 three-pointers for a .514 percentage, well above Minnesota’s .440 mark.
- Los Angeles finished with 16 steals compared to five for Minnesota, turning defense into offense.
- The Timberwolves committed 21 turnovers against just 10 for the Clippers.
- Kawhi Leonard alone outscored the entire Minnesota bench, which combined for 44 points.
- Four Clippers scored in double figures off the bench rotation, spreading the scoring load.
Full Box Score — Los Angeles Clippers
Kawhi Leonard carried the Clippers with a season-high 45 points, and four other Los Angeles players reached double figures. The bench outscored Minnesota’s reserves by a wide margin, led by Bennedict Mathurin and Jordan Miller.
Scoring
| Player | MIN | PTS | REB | AST |
| Kawhi Leonard | 31:31 | 45 | 5 | 5 |
| Bennedict Mathurin | 25:24 | 22 | 2 | 3 |
| Darius Garland | 23:28 | 21 | 1 | 6 |
| Jordan Miller | 29:22 | 14 | 3 | 7 |
| Derrick Jones Jr. | 28:38 | 12 | 4 | 1 |
| Isaiah Jackson | 17:53 | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Nicolas Batum | 11:54 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Kris Dunn | 23:43 | 5 | 2 | 6 |
| Norchad Omier | 6:00 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| Sean Pedulla | 6:00 | 6 | 1 | 3 |
| Brook Lopez | 24:07 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Cam Christie | 6:00 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Kobe Sanders | 6:00 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Shooting Splits
| Player | FG | 3PT | FT | +/- |
| Kawhi Leonard | 15-20 | 6-9 | 9-10 | +41 |
| Bennedict Mathurin | 5-10 | 2-4 | 10-12 | +17 |
| Darius Garland | 8-13 | 5-9 | 0-0 | +5 |
| Jordan Miller | 6-13 | 0-4 | 2-4 | +10 |
| Derrick Jones Jr. | 4-6 | 0-1 | 4-4 | +19 |
Full Box Score — Minnesota Timberwolves
Anthony Edwards led all Minnesota scorers with 36 points despite playing on the losing end of a heavy point differential. Naz Reid was the top reserve scorer with 18 points on 8 of 15 shooting.
Scoring
| Player | MIN | PTS | REB | AST |
| Anthony Edwards | 34:56 | 36 | 2 | 5 |
| Naz Reid | 25:42 | 18 | 3 | 0 |
| Jaden McDaniels | 31:11 | 11 | 2 | 3 |
| Julius Randle | 27:50 | 11 | 6 | 4 |
| Jaylen Clark | 6:00 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
| Bones Hyland | 15:33 | 10 | 0 | 4 |
| Rudy Gobert | 26:08 | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Donte DiVincenzo | 24:39 | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Kyle Anderson | 17:32 | 5 | 1 | 3 |
| Terrence Shannon Jr. | 12:29 | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Julian Phillips | 6:00 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Joe Ingles | 6:00 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Rocco Zikarsky | 6:00 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
Shooting Splits
| Player | FG | 3PT | FT | +/- |
| Anthony Edwards | 11-17 | 3-8 | 11-12 | -25 |
| Naz Reid | 8-15 | 1-3 | 1-1 | -11 |
| Jaden McDaniels | 5-6 | 1-1 | 0-0 | -40 |
| Julius Randle | 3-10 | 0-1 | 5-6 | -12 |
| Rudy Gobert | 3-4 | 0-0 | 3-3 | -38 |
Game Leaders / Top Performers
Kawhi Leonard produced the game’s defining performance, scoring 45 points on 15 of 20 shooting while adding five rebounds and five assists in just under 32 minutes. Anthony Edwards kept Minnesota competitive for stretches with a 36-point night on 11 of 17 shooting, though it came in a losing effort.
Bennedict Mathurin gave the Clippers a scoring boost off the bench with 22 points, including a perfect 10 of 12 mark from the free-throw line. Darius Garland added 21 points and six assists in his first extended action as a Clippers newcomer, hitting five 3-pointers.
| Player | Team | PTS | REB | AST |
| Kawhi Leonard | LAC | 45 | 5 | 5 |
| Anthony Edwards | MIN | 36 | 2 | 5 |
| Bennedict Mathurin | LAC | 22 | 2 | 3 |
| Darius Garland | LAC | 21 | 1 | 6 |
| Naz Reid | MIN | 18 | 3 | 0 |
Starting Lineups
| Position | Timberwolves | Clippers |
| Guard | Anthony Edwards | Darius Garland |
| Guard | Donte DiVincenzo | Kris Dunn |
| Forward | Jaden McDaniels | Derrick Jones Jr. |
| Forward | Julius Randle | Kawhi Leonard |
| Center | Rudy Gobert | Brook Lopez |
Injury Report
| Player | Injury | Status |
| Bradley Beal (LAC) | Not specified | Inactive |
| John Collins (LAC) | Not specified | Inactive |
| Yanic Konan Niederhäuser (LAC) | Not specified | Inactive |
| TyTy Washington Jr. (LAC) | Not specified | Inactive |
| Bogdan Bogdanović (LAC) | Not specified | Did Not Play |
| Joan Beringer (MIN) | Not specified | Inactive |
| Ayo Dosunmu (MIN) | Not specified | Inactive |
| Enrique Freeman (MIN) | Not specified | Inactive |
| Zyon Pullin (MIN) | Not specified | Inactive |
| Mike Conley (MIN) | Not specified | Did Not Play |
Official sources listed these players as inactive or as not playing without publishing specific injury designations. The absences forced both coaching staffs to lean on bench depth. Los Angeles in particular filled the void with Jordan Miller, Bennedict Mathurin and Sean Pedulla, all of whom saw extended minutes and contributed to the scoring output.
Season Series and Head to Head
The two teams split their first four meetings of the 2025-26 season, with Los Angeles taking the finale to even the season series at 2-2.
| Date | Result |
| December 6, 2025 | Timberwolves 109, Clippers 106 |
| February 8, 2026 | Clippers 115, Timberwolves 96 |
| February 26, 2026 | Timberwolves 94, Clippers 88 |
| March 11, 2026 | Clippers 153, Timberwolves 128 |
Conference Standings
Minnesota sat sixth in the Western Conference at 40-26 following the loss, a half-game behind the third-place Lakers, while Los Angeles improved to eighth at 33-32.
| Team | Conference | Record (after game) |
| Minnesota Timberwolves | Western, 6th | 40-26 |
| LA Clippers | Western, 8th | 33-32 |
Broadcast and Stream Information
| Detail | Information |
| Broadcast | Not verified in available sources |
| Streaming | Not verified in available sources |
| Radio | Not verified in available sources |
Conclusion
The 153-128 win pushed the Clippers to their sixth victory in seven games and moved them above .500 for that stretch, a notable turnaround after their 6-21 start to the season. For Minnesota, the loss extended a three-game skid after a five-game winning streak, though the Timberwolves remained within a half-game of third place in the West.
Kawhi Leonard’s 45-point outing was the headline, but the Clippers’ bench scoring and 16 steals were just as important in building the margin. Minnesota next traveled to face Golden State, while Los Angeles continued its homestand by hosting Chicago.
FAQ
Who scored the most points in the Clippers vs Timberwolves game on March 11, 2026?
Kawhi Leonard led all scorers with 45 points on 15 of 20 shooting, including 6 of 9 from three-point range for the Clippers.
What was the final score of the Clippers vs Timberwolves game?
The Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 153-128 at Intuit Dome on March 11, 2026.
How many points did Anthony Edwards score for Minnesota?
Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 36 points on 11 of 17 shooting in the loss to Los Angeles.
Where was the Clippers vs Timberwolves game played?
The game was played at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, in front of an announced attendance of 16,871.
What was the season series record between the Clippers and Timberwolves in 2025-26?
The teams split their four regular season meetings 2-2 after the Clippers won the March 11 matchup 153-128.
Which players were inactive for the Clippers vs Timberwolves game?
The Clippers were without Bradley Beal, John Collins, Yanic Konan Niederhäuser and TyTy Washington Jr., while Minnesota was missing Joan Beringer, Ayo Dosunmu, Enrique Freeman and Zyon Pullin.
Where did this result leave both teams in the Western Conference standings?
Minnesota dropped to sixth place at 40-26 while Los Angeles improved to eighth place at 33-32 in the Western Conference.
