And they might need another big game from George, who had 40 points, six rebounds and six assists in their win over Sacramento in the second game of the season. The Clippers have a rematch with the Rockets on Wednesday in Houston. And other veterans have been in and out of the lineup.
John Wall, who was held out of Monday's game because it was the second of a back-to-back, has been on a minutes restriction as he returns from not playing last season.
Leonard has played in only two games and was logging limited minutes off the bench since his return from sitting out all of last season because of a torn right ACL. The Clippers have struggled to start the season under championship expectations.
first six minutes, last six minutes - I have to be the best player on the defensive end.' 'After yesterday's, there was a lot of talk about being more urgent,' George said.
