Ivica Zubac's Double-Double Not Enough as Suns Edge Clippers
The Suns, propelled by Jalen Green’s outstanding debut, claimed a 115–102 victory over the Clippers despite Ivica Zubac’s strong showing. The game remained close in the first half, with the Clippers holding a 3-point lead at halftime, largely thanks to Zubac’s 16 points in the opening 24 minutes.
Turning Point in the Third Quarter
The third quarter was a turning point, where the Clippers were outscored 23–40, allowing the Suns to pull ahead by double digits—a lead they maintained to the final buzzer.
Jalen Green’s Impactful Debut
Making his Suns debut after moving from the Rockets this summer alongside Dillon Brooks in the Kevin Durant trade, Jalen Green was impressive. He scored 29 points in just 23 minutes, playing a crucial role in the Suns’ win.
- Jalen Green: 29 points in 23 minutes
- Devin Booker: 24 points
- Grayson Allen: 18 points
- Ivica Zubac (Clippers): 23 points, 11 rebounds
Standings Update
The Suns have a 4–5 record, while the Clippers share the same number of losses but have one less win.
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Summary: Despite Ivica Zubac's double-double, the Clippers fell to the Suns, who were led by Jalen Green’s stellar debut, tipping the game with a dominant third quarter performance.