Clippers Defeat Suns, 138-111
The Los Angeles Clippers defeated the visiting Phoenix Suns, 138-111, at Crypto.com Arena on Monday.

While there were eight ties and six lead changes in the opening 20 minutes, Los Angeles never relinquished the lead in the second half. They won all four individual quarters, completing their blowout with a 37-20 fourth quarter. The Clippers shot 62 percent from the field and 52 percent from three-point range while holding the Suns to 49 percent from the field and 33 percent from long range. Los Angeles also out-rebounded Phoenix, 49-32, while out-assisting them, 32-17.

The Suns (19-18) were led by Kevin Durant, collecting 30 points, seven rebounds and two assists. Devin Booker tallied 20 points and five assists. Bradley Beal accrued 15 points, three rebounds, two assists and two steals, while Jusuf Nurkic and Grayson Allen had eight points, three rebounds and two assists apiece. Eric Gordon led the bench with 12 points and two assists.

The Clippers (23-13) were led by Paul George, generating 25 points and seven rebounds. James Harden had 19 points, seven rebounds and 10 assists. Ivica Zubac totaled 19 points, eight rebounds and three assists, while Kawhi Leonard compiled 17 points, three rebounds, two assists and five steals. Norman Powell led the bench with 14 points and five boards.

On deck for Los Angeles is a home matchup with the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday. As for Phoenix, they return to action on Thursday in a road matchup with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Posted on: 1/8/2024 10:04 PM
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