Zubac and Bogdanovic Not Enough for Clippers Against Suns
The Los Angeles Clippers fell 115-102 to the Phoenix Suns in the only NBA game played that night, despite notable efforts from their Balkan players.
Key Performances
- Croatian center Ivica Zubac led the Clippers with 23 points and 11 rebounds.
- Serbian captain Bogdan Bogdanovic contributed 12 points.
- Jalen Green starred in his Phoenix debut, scoring 29 points.
- Devin Booker added 24 points for the Suns.
Team Status and Challenges
The Clippers played without some key players:
- James Harden missed the game due to personal reasons.
- Kawhi Leonard was sidelined with a right ankle sprain.
This loss marked the Clippers’ third straight defeat, highlighting difficulties faced by the short-handed squad.
Additional NBA Context
- The Dallas Mavericks hold a 2-6 record.
- Top six teams from each conference advance directly to the Playoffs.
- Teams placing seventh through tenth advance to the Play-In Tournament.
The Balkan duo tried but the Suns were better.
Summary: Despite strong performances from Zubac and Bogdanovic, the Clippers’ depleted roster couldn't overcome the Suns, extending their losing streak amid key absences.