Harden also had 12 rebounds, giving him his first triple-double of the season.

Leonard hit a step-back jumper to cut the advantage to 101-99 late in the game.

Harden then missed a three-pointer, and Leonard missed a jump shot.

Harden had the ball with 27 seconds left to try to expand the advantage. He drove into the paint but was called for a charge, giving the Spurs a final shot for the victory with five seconds remaining.