Ivica Zubac Double-Double Not Enough for Clippers, Great Debut by Jalen Green
The Suns, led by Jalen Green’s remarkable debut, defeated the Clippers despite a strong outing from Ivica Zubac. The match remained close in the first half, with the Clippers holding a three-point lead at halftime, largely thanks to Zubac’s 16 points in the opening 24 minutes.
The momentum shifted drastically in the third quarter, where the Clippers were outscored 23–40. That run gave the Suns a double-digit lead they maintained to the end, finishing with a 115–102 victory.
Jalen Green impressed in his first appearance since joining from the Rockets, alongside Dillon Brooks in a trade for Kevin Durant. In only 23 minutes on the floor, Green scored 29 points, setting the tone for his team’s offense.
- Jalen Green — 29 points
- Devin Booker — 24 points
- Grayson Allen — 18 points
- Ivica Zubac — 23 points and 11 rebounds
The Suns improved to a 4–5 record, while the Clippers share the same number of losses but remain one win behind.
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Author’s Summary
Jalen Green’s stunning 29-point debut carried the Suns past the Clippers, overshadowing Ivica Zubac’s double-double and redefining Phoenix’s early-season form.