Living in the Shadows: An LA Clippers Story.

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Game 73: LA Clippers 98 - 111 San Antonio Spurs.

March 27th, 2009 by NBA.com

Clippers Starters
B. Davis
E. Gordon
A. Thornton
Z. Randolph
M. Camby

Spurs Starters
T. Parker
R. Mason
M. Finley
M. Bonner
T. Duncan

Game Leaders
Pts - 23 - E. Gordon (Clippers)
Rebs - 9 - T. Duncan (Spurs)
Asts - 7 - M. Ginobili (Spurs)
Stls - 3 - M. Ginobili (Spurs)
Blks - 2 - F. Jones (Clippers)

T. Parker (Spurs)
18pts, 2 rebs, 6 asts, 2 stls

Game Recap by David Aldridge.

In a solid performance at the AT&T Center, the San Antonio Spurs defeated the LA Clippers 111-98. The Spurs showcased their veteran prowess, led by Tony Parker and Tim Duncan, who controlled the tempo from the opening tip.

Eric Gordon was the standout for the Clippers, scoring 23 points in a valiant effort. Zach Randolph and Marcus Camby contributed, but it wasn’t enough to match the Spurs’ balanced attack. Duncan led the Spurs with 9 rebounds, while Manu Ginobili added 7 assists and 3 steals, underscoring his impact off the bench.

Despite a competitive first half, the Spurs pulled away in the third quarter, leveraging their experience and cohesive play. Roger Mason and Michael Finley provided crucial support, helping San Antonio maintain their lead.

The Clippers, now with their 55th loss, struggled to keep up with the Spurs' defensive pressure and efficient offense. San Antonio's disciplined approach and depth were too much for LA to overcome.

As the game wound down, it became clear that the Clippers need to address their defensive inconsistencies and find more reliable scoring options if they hope to compete with playoff-bound teams like the Spurs.

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Game 74: LA Clippers 93 - 110 Houston Rockets

March 29th, 2009 by NBA.com

Clippers Starters
B. Davis
E. Gordon
F. Jones
Z. Randolph
C. Kaman

Rockets Starters
A. Brooks
S. Battier
R. Artest
L. Scola
Y. Ming

Game Leaders
Pts - 21 - Y. Ming (Rockets)
Rebs - 15 - Y. Ming (Rockets)
Asts - 6 - M. Collins (Clippers)
Stls - 2 - E. Gordon (Clippers)
Blks - 2 - A. Thornton (Clippers)

Y. Ming (Rockets)
21pts, 15 rebs, 2 asts, 1 blk

Game Recap by David Aldridge.

Despite missing their star Tracy McGrady, the Houston Rockets decisively handled the LA Clippers with a 110-93 victory at the Toyota Center. Yao Ming dominated the game, leading the Rockets with 21 points and 15 rebounds, showcasing his presence in the paint.

The Clippers were unable to contain the Rockets' balanced attack. Baron Davis and Eric Gordon started strong, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Houston’s defense. Marcus Camby led the Clippers with 14 points, but the team struggled overall.

Luis Scola and Ron Artest added solid contributions for Houston, while Aaron Brooks facilitated the offense efficiently. The Clippers, now facing another tough loss, need to reassess their strategies as the season progresses.

The Rockets' teamwork and resilience, even without McGrady, underscored their playoff potential, while the Clippers must address their defensive lapses and consistency issues to compete at a higher level.

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[kibaxx7]

Always nice to see you back, bro!

[six7]

Man the East is so top heavy it’s ridiculous. Would love to see baron, EG and Zbo stay on the squad

[Scars]

love this era though i'm biased because i'm a lakers fan

you gunning for Blake in the draft?

[RMJH4]

Always nice to see you back, bro!

Yes been working away on this on quietly for a while! Hope all is good with you too man!

Man the East is so top heavy it’s ridiculous. Would love to see baron, EG and Zbo stay on the squad

Yeah it was a golden era for them. Real bloodbath! lot of fun playig as some of these clipper guys, videogames really overrated some of them!

love this era though i'm biased because i'm a lakers fan

you gunning for Blake in the draft?

Gunning for a top pick anwyay, have gone through about 4 different scenarios in my mind! Yes a healthy LA rivalry is what I am aiming for, and to go up against one of the best Lakers groups is a hell of a task!

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Game 75: New Orleans Hornets 104 - 98 LA Clippers.

April 1st, 2009 by NBA.com

Hornets Starters
C. Paul
R. Butler
J. Wright
D. West
H. Armstrong

Clippers Starters
B. Davis
E. Gordon
F. Jones
Z. Randolph
C. Kaman

Game Leaders
Pts - 30 - C. Paul (Hornets)
Rebs - 14 - Z. Randolph (Clippers)
Asts - 12 - B. Davis (Clippers)
Stls - 6 - C. Paul (Hornets)
Blks - 3 - C. Kaman (Clippers)

C. Paul (Hornets)
30pts, 7 rebs, 11 asts, 6 stls.

Game Recap by David Aldridge.

Chris Paul delivered an MVP-worthy performance, leading the New Orleans Hornets to a 104-98 victory over the LA Clippers at the Staples Center. Paul was unstoppable, scoring 30 points and recording 6 steals, demonstrating his defensive prowess.

Despite a strong showing from Zach Randolph, who pulled down 14 rebounds, and Eric Gordon's 25 points, the Clippers fell short. Baron Davis orchestrated the offense with 12 assists, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Hornets’ resilience.

David West and Rasual Butler provided crucial support for New Orleans, helping secure the win. Chris Kaman added 3 blocks for the Clippers, highlighting their defensive efforts. However, the Clippers' inconsistency, especially in the fourth quarter, allowed the Hornets to pull away and seal the victory.

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Game 76: LA Clippers 104 - 120 Denver Nuggets.

April 4th, 2009 by NBA.com

Clippers Starters
B. Davis
E. Gordon
F. Jones
Z. Randolph
B. Skinner

Nuggets Starters
C. Billups
D. Jones
C. Anthony
Nene
J. Petro

Game Leaders
Pts - 34 - JR. Smith (Nuggets)
Rebs - 12 - Z. Randolph (Clippers)
Asts - 9 - C. Billups (Nuggets)
Stls - 3 - B. Davis (Clippers)
Blks - 3 - C. Andersen (Nuggets)

JR. Smith (Nuggets)
34pts, 2 rebs, 3 asts, 2 stls.

Game Recap by David Aldridge.

The Denver Nuggets showcased their firepower in a convincing 120-104 victory over the LA Clippers at the Pepsi Center. J.R. Smith led the charge off the bench with a dazzling 34-point performance, demonstrating his scoring versatility and energy.

Chauncey Billups expertly guided the Nuggets' offense with 9 assists, while Carmelo Anthony added 18 points and Nene added 17 points. Chris Andersen anchored the defense with 3 blocks, further stifling the Clippers' efforts.

For the Clippers, Zach Randolph was a bright spot, tallying 22 points and 12 rebounds, while DeAndre Jordan provided a surprising 21 points off the bench. Baron Davis added 3 steals, but the Clippers couldn't match Denver's pace and depth.

Despite their best efforts, the Clippers struggled to contain the Nuggets' dynamic offense, and the loss underscores the challenges LA faces as they look to finish the season strong. Denver's balanced attack and defensive prowess proved too much for the Clippers, solidifying the Nuggets' status as a formidable playoff contender.

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Game 77: LA Clippers 85 - 88 LA Lakers.

April 5th, 2009 by NBA.com

Clippers Starters
B. Davis
E. Gordon
F. Jones
Z. Randolph
B. Skinner

Lakers Starters
D. Fisher
K. Bryant
T Ariza
L. Odom
P. Gasol

Game Leaders
Pts - 24 - E. Gordon (Clippers)
Rebs - 13 - B. Skinner (Clippers)
Asts - 5 - K. Bryant (Lakers)
Stls - 3 - T. Ariza (Lakers)
Blks - 2 - B. Skinner (Clippers)

K. Bryant (Lakers)
18pts, 6 rebs, 5 asts, 1stl, 1 blk.

Game Recap by David Aldridge.

In a nail-biting contest at the Staples Center, the LA Lakers narrowly defeated the LA Clippers 88-85. Eric Gordon led all scorers with 24 points for the Clippers, while Zach Randolph added 18 points and 13 rebounds in a strong double-double effort.

For the Lakers, Kobe Bryant and Lamar Odom each contributed 18 points, with Bryant also dishing out 5 assists. Trevor Ariza's defensive prowess was on display with 3 steals.

Despite a valiant effort, including a solid performance from Brian Skinner with 13 rebounds and 2 blocks, the Clippers couldn't overcome the Lakers' late-game execution. The Lakers' depth and experience ultimately secured their victory in this closely contested crosstown rivalry.