Phoenix, AZ -- The Clippers took care of business in Phoenix on Friday night, reeling off a 25-6 first-quarter run en route to a 121-111 victory. The young Suns mounted a late run in this one, but LA handed them their fifth consecutive loss as six Clippers finished in double-figure scoring.
Player of the Game: Marcin Gortat
Gortat posted his first double-double of the season, dropping 18 points and a season-high 13 rebounds (both season highs) on his former team. Gortat’s presence on the glass proved key to the Clippers’ success, as they outrebounded the Suns 43-25.