nba Game Recap
Brooklyn Falls 124-116 to Clippers - Recap
Los Angeles got 29 points from Paul George en route to a 124-116 victory over Brooklyn on Monday at Barclays Center.
Bettors who backed the Clippers were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -8.5. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 221.5.
Los Angeles got 24 points from Kawhi Leonard and another 19 points from Ivica Zubac. Kawhi Leonard contributed 6 assists, while Ivica Zubac cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
The Nets got a 47-point performance from Cameron Thomas, who was supported by 23 points from Edmond Sumner. Dru Smith had 4 assists in a losing cause for Brooklyn, while Nicolas Claxton grabbed 16 rebounds.
The Clippers hit the break winning 55-53 before taking care of business in the second half.
Los Angeles won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 46-42.
Los Angeles heads into a battle against the Mavericks. Brooklyn, meanwhile, will have their next action against Phoenix.