The Clippers started off slow for the second straight game at Staples Center, falling behind 16-7 and letting the visiting Timberwolves get whatever they wanted on the offensive end. A quick timeout, featuring what looked to be a lecture from associate head coach Dan Craig, led to the Clippers tightening their defense and swiftly turning the game around en route to 124-101 win.
The second unit was key to the team’s comeback. Lou Williams was absolutely sizzling, as he scored 15 points in the first half (more than Minnesota’s entire bench) on 5-of-6 shooting while earning five trips to the foul line.