The Suns, led by an impressive debut from Jalen Green, defeated the Clippers in a closely contested game. The Clippers held a narrow lead of +3 at halftime, thanks to Ivica Zubac, who scored 16 points in the first 24 minutes.
The third quarter was decisive as the Suns dominated 40-23, building a double-digit lead that the Clippers could not overcome. The final score was 115–102 in favor of the Suns.
“In just 23 minutes on the court, he scored 29 points and led the Suns to victory.”
Green joined the Suns this summer in a trade with Dillon Brooks for Kevin Durant. Alongside Green, Devin Booker added 24 points and Grayson Allen contributed 18 points for the Suns.
Zubac was a standout player for the Clippers, achieving a double-double with 23 points and 11 rebounds, but it was not enough to secure a win.
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Author's summary: Jalen Green’s standout debut led the Suns past the Clippers, overcoming Ivica Zubac’s double-double in a high-scoring contest that shifted decisively in the third quarter.