Zubac and Bogdanovic Fall Short as Clippers Lose to Suns
The Balkan duo made a strong effort, but the Phoenix Suns proved superior in their matchup. Croatian center Ivica Zubac led the Los Angeles Clippers with 23 points and 11 rebounds, while Serbian captain Bogdan Bogdanovic contributed 12 points. Despite their efforts, it wasn’t enough for the Clippers.
The Suns secured a 115-102 victory over the depleted Clippers in the only NBA game of the night. Jalen Green impressed in his Phoenix debut by scoring 29 points, and Devin Booker supported with 24 points.
Clippers’ Struggles Continue
The Clippers suffered their third consecutive defeat. They were missing key players James Harden, who sat out for personal reasons, and Kawhi Leonard due to a right ankle sprain.
Current NBA Standings Context
- Dallas Mavericks hold a 2-6 record.
- The top six teams from each conference qualify directly for the Playoffs.
- Teams ranked seventh through tenth enter the Play-In Tournament.
“Jalen Green scored 29 points in his Phoenix debut, and Devin Booker added 24 points for the winners.”
Author’s summary: Despite strong contributions from Zubac and Bogdanovic, the Clippers’ depleted lineup was outmatched by the Suns, marking their third straight loss.