Paul George led with 25 points as the Los Angeles Clippers secured a convincing 138-111 victory against the Phoenix Suns during Monday night’s NBA action, marking their second win against the Suns in just five days.
Ivica Zubac contributed 19 points to the victory, while James Harden added 19 points, seven rebounds, and 10 assists. Kawhi Leonard also played a key role, scoring 17 points.
This win comes as a rebound for the Clippers after a close loss to the Lakers, which ended their five-game winning streak. Coach Tyronn Lue highlighted the team’s response to the loss, praising their offensive cohesion and ability to create easy shots.
“Losing that game really woke us up,” Lue said. “Offensively, the ball moved, and we created easy shots for one another.”
The Clippers had an explosive offensive performance, scoring 100 points by the end of the third quarter. Leonard emphasized the team’s experience in bouncing back from a loss.
“This team is full of vets,” Leonard said. “We just got to throw that game away and come out next game with a better mindset.”
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Kevin Durant scored 30 points for the Suns, with 20 coming in the first half. However, it wasn’t enough to stop the Clippers’ momentum. Devin Booker added 20 points, and Bradley Beal contributed 15. Despite shooting 51%, the Suns trailed the Clippers, who shot a season-best 67% in the first half and led 71-63 at the break.
“Right now, we’re playing at a high level, and everyone is confident,” Zubac said.
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The Clippers extended their lead in the third quarter, showcasing their depth with six players making 3-pointers. Overall, the team shot 62% from the field, with all five starters scoring double figures.
Zubac’s performance was particularly efficient, shooting 8-9 from the floor and contributing across the board with eight rebounds, three assists, and a steal. The Clippers’ solid teamwork was evident as they made 15 3-pointers and controlled the boards, outrebounding the Suns 44-25.
Suns coach Frank Vogel acknowledged the challenge posed by the Clippers, citing their three Hall of Famers and a well-rounded team. The Clippers sealed their dominance in the fourth quarter with a 17-5 run, including 15 consecutive points, widening the gap to 118-96.
“They got three Hall of Famers that are really hard to guard,” Vogel said. “They got a complete team.”
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Looking ahead, the Suns will face the Los Angeles Lakers, while the Clippers are set to host the Toronto Raptors in their next games.
