Beijing TimeDecember 7thClippersThe home game against the Nuggets is about to begin. It is worth mentioningClippersHe had lost 8 games in a row against the Nuggets before, and it can be said that he was the bitter master of the Nuggets. This game is forClippersIt's not just a normal game, it's a chance to wash away the shame, and they're eager to prove themselves with a win and challenge the Nuggets' dominance. As for the Nuggets, they will be hoping to continue their recent winning streak and remain in second place in the West.
At the start of the game, the Nuggets showed an excellent outside shooting percentageJokicand Murray hit back-to-back hitsThree-point shot, letClippersDifficult to defend. WhileClippersHe struggled on the offensive end and had a very low shooting percentage from the outside. Coach Lu had to call a timeout to try to adjust the team's form. After the pause, thoughGeorgeHit a crucial oneThree-point shot, but the Nuggets still played well, and Porter hit back-to-back shotsThree-point shotGordonalso contributed a violent deduction, and the point difference has been stretched to double digits. ClippersThe situation has become very passive, and a breakthrough must be found.
In the second quarter of the game,ClippersFinally found a glimmer of opportunity. At the beginning of this section, the Nuggets' shooting percentage began to decline, andClippersTake the opportunity to launch a counterattack. Theis hit back-to-back outside and threw free throws to helpClippersCatch up in one fell swoop. GeorgeIt was also at this time that he stepped up and hit the key shotThree-point shot, helpClippersAchieved overtaking. WhileHardenHe also assisted his teammates to score many times in this quarter of the game and played well. By the end of the half,Clippers61-57 Nuggets.
The game entered the second halfJokicOnce again, he showed excellent personal abilityClippersGot bogged down. However,GeorgeStood up again, hitting in a rowThree-point shot, helpClippersOvertake the score. HardenHe was also very good at playing, not only scoring but also assisting his teammates to score on a number of occasions. And most critically,HardenHit a crucial shot at a critical momentThree-point shot, forClippersThe win was sealed. LeonardAlso contributed some key points in the second half of the game, helpingClippersStabilized the situation. Eventually,Clippers111-102 reversal of the Nuggets.
This game is forClippersVictory didn't come easily. ClippersAlthough he doesn't have a high shooting percentage from the outside, there are problems with defense, and there are some problems with Tyronn Lue's lineup. But they still fought tenaciously and finally ended an eight-game losing streak against the Nuggets. ClippersThe record also came to 10 wins and 10 losses, exceedingRocketsMoved up to 9th place in the West.
In terms of data,Leonardcontributed 17 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assistsGeorgegot 25 points and 8 rebounds, hitting key shots in a row at critical momentsThree-point shotand becameClippersThe hero of the overtake. HardenHe contributed 20 points, 11 assists and 3 steals, and his playmaking ability and scoring ability were excellent. Powellalso contributed 17 points and 5 reboundsWei ShaoHe has a bright performance in rebounding and blocking. Theis, who played briefly on the court, also performed well, contributing 8 points, 11 rebounds and 3 blocks, and withHardenThe partner works great.
For the Nuggets,JokicHe performed well, contributing 22 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists, and although he was not very efficient, he completed a gameThree pairs。Murray contributed 23 points and six assists, and Porter contributed 18 points and eight rebounds. The Nuggets' starting five Tigers were all less than ideal in this game, while substitute Reggie contributed 14 points and three assists.
In summary,ClippersAfter a thrilling comeback battle against the Nuggets, they withdrewHardenwithGeorgeto overtake the score at a critical moment and ultimately win. This victory is forClippersIt was significant that they managed to end an eight-game losing streak against the Nuggets, while also improving their record and Western Conference standings. AlthoughClippersTheir outside shooting percentage and defense could be improved, but they showed a tenacious fighting spirit, and Theis's performance gave them some new things to think about. The Nuggets had a mediocre performance in this gameJokicAlthough there is oneThree pairs, but the efficiency is low, and the performance of the other players is not ideal. They were overtaken by the Thunder after the loss and slipped down the rankings.
However, it was only the result of one game and it was important for both teams to keep working hard and improve themselves and be ready for the rest of the games.