The Clippers finally broke their spell of mediocre play, and that too, in an afternoon game. They demonstrated the good habits that they have been talking about but failing to execute over the last three games — and lo and behold, this team is talented enough to win when they play the right away, as they did 106-93 against the Hawks Sunday.
Amir Coffey led the way with 21 points, tying his career-high, and provided key contests against John Collins and others in the paint. Six other Clippers chipped in double figures in the win. It was a professional victory, as the Clippers took the lead late in the first and never conceded it again, hitting just enough timely shots to keep Atlanta at bay all day.