The Los Angeles Clippers delivered a statement win on Sunday night, dismantling the Charlotte Hornets 123-88 at the Intuit Dome. While James Harden put on a show with 31 points and 10 assists, it was the continued emergence Ivica Zubac that stood out as a key storyline in the victory.
Zubac recorded his 32nd double-double of the season, finishing with 17 points and 14 rebounds in another display of his evolving role. His consistency in the paint, ability to handle double teams, and growing trust from teammates have made him essential in the postseason aspirations of the team.