Ivica Zubac's Double-Double Not Enough for Clippers
The Suns, paced by an impressive debut from Jalen Green, defeated the Clippers despite a strong effort from Ivica Zubac. The first half was closely contested, with the Clippers leading by three points at halftime, largely due to Zubac’s 16 points in the first 24 minutes.
Game Turning Point in Third Quarter
The third quarter proved decisive as the Clippers were outscored 23–40, allowing the Suns to seize a double-digit lead they maintained to win 115–102.
Jalen Green's Impactful Debut
Jalen Green made his Suns debut after joining in the summer alongside Dillon Brooks in a trade involving Kevin Durant. Green scored 29 points in just 23 minutes, powering the Suns to victory.
- Devin Booker contributed 24 points.
- Grayson Allen added 18 points.
Ivica Zubac's Performance
On the Clippers' side, Zubac excelled with 23 points and 11 rebounds but was unable to secure a win for his team.
Current Team Records
The Suns hold a 4–5 record, while the Clippers share the same number of losses but have one fewer win.
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Author's summary: Jalen Green's stellar debut led the Suns to a crucial victory over the Clippers, despite Ivica Zubac’s strong double-double effort that wasn’t enough to secure a win.