Two nights after Ivica Zubac was the clear story with 15 rebounds and 6 blocks in a narrow win at Houston, the Los Angeles big man was even more efficient in Tuesday’s rematch and made sure it wasn’t as close.
Zubac had 22 points (66.7% FG) and 12 rebounds in only 25 minutes, leading his Clippers to a 113-100 win (box score) at Toyota Center over the young Rockets. Rookie guard Jalen Green heated up in the fourth quarter and finished with 20 points on 9-of-21 shooting (42.9%), along with 4 rebounds and 2 steals. However, it proved to be too little, too late.
Reggie Jackson added 17 points and 6 assists for the Clippers, while Marcus Morris Sr. scored 18 points and hit 4-of-6 on 3-pointers. (66.7%).
