nba Game Recap
Recap - Clippers Defeat Detroit 142-131
Paul George scored 32 points and added 11 assists for a double-double, leading Los Angeles over Detroit, 142-131, on Monday at Little Caesars Arena.
Bettors who backed the Clippers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -5.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 222.0.
Los Angeles got 18 points from Luke Kennard and another 16 points from Norman Powell. Paul George contributed 11 assists, while Ivica Zubac cleaned the glass with 15 rebounds.
Detroit got 23 points from Bojan Bogdanovic in a losing cause and another 21 points from Isaiah Stewart. Killian Hayes contributed 10 assists for the Pistons, while Jalen Duren had 12 rebounds.
The Clippers hit the break winning 66-61 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Los Angeles as they grabbed 48 boards, while Detroit only had 45
Los Angeles heads into a battle against the Raptors. Detroit, meanwhile, will have their next action against Orlando.