Zubac and Bogdanovic Were Not Enough for the Clippers
The Balkan duo made a strong effort, but the Suns proved superior in their match against the Clippers.
Game Overview
Croatian center Ivica Zubac led the Clippers with 23 points and 11 rebounds, while Serbian national team captain Bogdan Bogdanovic contributed 12 points. Despite their efforts, it was not enough for Los Angeles.
The Phoenix Suns defeated the short-handed Clippers 115-102 in the only NBA game played that night.
Key Performances
- Jalen Green scored 29 points in his Suns debut.
- Devin Booker added 24 points, helping the Suns secure the win.
Clippers' Challenges
The Clippers suffered their third consecutive defeat, missing key players:
- James Harden, who was absent for personal reasons.
- Kawhi Leonard, sidelined with a right ankle sprain.
Additional NBA Context
The Dallas Mavericks currently hold a 2-6 record.
The NBA playoff structure states:
- The top six teams from each conference advance directly to the Playoffs.
- Teams placed seventh to tenth in each conference advance to the Play-Ins.
"The Suns beat the short-handed Los Angeles Clippers 115-102 in the only NBA game of the night."
Summary: Despite strong contributions from Zubac and Bogdanovic, the Clippers fell to the Suns amid absences, highlighting challenges in their current NBA campaign.