When the back of Reggie Jackson's head hit the hardwood late in the second quarter Tuesday, the thud following a hard fall could be heard throughout Moda Center.
Jackson lay prone on the ground for several second as five Clippers teammates rushed to check on their starting point guard.
It was an ominous sign for a Clippers team already missing four of its most dangerous players. One quarter later, even after Jackson returned, it was the Clippers who appeared lifeless as their deficit grew to 18 with only 15 minutes remaining.
