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The Los Angeles Clippers secured a decisive victory over the Los Angeles Lakers with a final score of 116-102 in their first matchup of the season at the new $2 billion Intuit Dome in Inglewood. This game marked the first time the Lakers visited the Clippers' new arena. James Harden led the Clippers with 21 points and 12 assists, while Ivica Zubac contributed 21 points and 19 rebounds. Norman Powell added 22 points, and Kawhi Leonard scored 19 points in his fifth game of the season. For the Lakers, LeBron James recorded 25 points and 11 assists, and Anthony Davis managed 16 points and 10 rebounds. The Clippers dominated early, leading 32-26 after the first quarter and extending their lead to 64-49 by halftime. Despite a late third-quarter push by the Lakers, which reduced the deficit to 11 points, the Clippers maintained control and secured the win.