Clippers Roll Spurs, 134-109
The Los Angeles Clippers defeated the host San Antonio Spurs, 134-109, at AT&T Center on Saturday.

While there were 10 ties and 11 lead changes in the first 18 minutes of this game, the Clippers dominated after that. In fact, Los Angeles rode a 39-30 second quarter to an 11-point halftime lead and then took control with a 38-22 third quarter. That allowed the Clippers to lead by at least 20 for the entirety of the fourth quarter. Los Angeles shot 55 percent from the field while out-assisting San Antonio, 32-24. In addition, the Clippers won the offensive rebounding battle, 13-4, and the turnover differential, 18-11.

The Clippers (22-9) got a gem from Kawhi Leonard against his former team, collecting 26 points, seven rebounds, nine assists and four steals on 11-of-16 from the field. Ivica Zubac amassed 15 points and five boards on 7-of-7 shooting. Montrezl Harrell led the bench with 21 points, eight rebounds and two assists.

The Spurs (11-17) were led by DeMar DeRozan, who tallied 24 points, three rebounds and three assists. Dejounte Murray accumulated 10 points, five rebounds, six assists and two steals. LaMarcus Aldridge totaled 12 points, four rebounds and two assists while Marco Belinelli led the bench with 17 points and two rebounds.

Los Angeles has to play again on Sunday, staying on the road to face the Oklahoma City Thunder. As for San Antonio, they return to action on Monday against the Memphis Grizzlies.
Posted on: 12/21/2019 7:56 PM
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