Jalen Green Shines in Suns' Win Over Clippers
The Suns secured a 115–102 victory against the Clippers, highlighted by an impressive debut from Jalen Green. Despite a strong start from Ivica Zubac, who posted 16 points in the first half, the Clippers fell behind after a difficult third quarter.
Game Overview
The first half was closely contested, with the Clippers holding a 3-point lead at halftime, largely due to Zubac’s performance. However, the third quarter swung the momentum drastically as the Suns outscored the Clippers 40–23, establishing a double-digit lead they maintained until the final buzzer.
Key Performances
- Jalen Green: Made an impactful debut for the Suns, scoring 29 points in just 23 minutes.
- Devin Booker: Added 24 points to support the Suns' offense.
- Grayson Allen: Contributed 18 points off the bench.
- Ivica Zubac: Stood out for the Clippers with 23 points and 11 rebounds, recording a double-double.
Context and Records
Green joined the Suns this summer from the Rockets, arriving alongside Dillon Brooks in the trade for Kevin Durant. The Suns now hold a 4–5 record, matching the Clippers in losses but with one win less.
"For the Suns, Jalen Green made his debut after arriving this summer from the Rockets together with Dillon Brooks in exchange for Kevin Durant — and he shined."
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Author's summary: Jalen Green's outstanding debut lifted the Suns to a decisive victory over a Clippers team led by Ivica Zubac's strong double-double.