Behind Kawhi Leonard's 21 points, the Clippers defeated the Jazz

On Tuesday night, the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Utah Jazz 115-103 with 21 points from Kawhi Leonard and 16 points and 10 assists from James Harden. Kris Dunn scored 14 points and had a season-high five steals.

Since Christmas, the Clippers have had the best record in the NBA (22-24). Since going 3-16 in their previous 19 games, they've won 16 of 19. The Clippers took control during a 10-2 run in the third quarter powered by Dunn’s two steals and layups. He also hit a 3-pointer that made it 73-61. Los Angeles led by double figures the rest of the way.

Utah's Lauri Markkanen returned after missing seven games due to illness to score 19 points on 5-for-15 shooting. Ace Bailey scored 20 points and Brice Sensabaugh added 13 but the Jazz (15-32) have dropped seven of their last eight games.

Leonard has helped the Clippers win seven straight games and are 14-2 in their last 16 games. Leonard has scored 20 or more points in 25 consecutive games. He joins Bob McAdoo, World B. Free and Blake Griffin as the only players in franchise history with such a streak. The Jazz scored the first 10 points of the game and led 54-53 at halftime. However, the Clippers' defense tightened up and forced 10 steals and several shot clock violations.

Utah committed 17 turnovers which led to 23 points for Los Angeles. Although the Clippers play at the league's slowest pace, they still top the Jazz in fast-break points 12-8.