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Clippers Cruise Past Suns in Impressive Home Opener
25 Oct
Summary
- Clippers routed the Suns 129-102 in their home opener
- James Harden scored 30 points, Kawhi Leonard added 27
- Derrick Jones Jr. had 17 points, making 5 3-pointers
On October 25, 2025, the Los Angeles Clippers delivered an impressive performance in their home opener, routing the Phoenix Suns 129-102. The Clippers, who had suffered a 21-point loss to the Utah Jazz in their season opener, came out firing on all cylinders against the Suns.
Led by the dynamic duo of James Harden and Kawhi Leonard, the Clippers took control of the game early on. Harden poured in 30 points, including 5 3-pointers and a perfect 9-for-9 from the free-throw line. Leonard added 27 points, showcasing his versatility on both ends of the court.
The Clippers' supporting cast also played a crucial role in the victory. Derrick Jones Jr. was a standout, scoring 17 points and knocking down 5 3-pointers. The team's hot shooting from beyond the arc, converting 55% of their attempts, proved to be a significant factor in the lopsided win.
The Suns, who had rallied from a 20-point deficit to beat the Sacramento Kings in their season opener, were unable to mount a similar comeback against the Clippers. Dillon Brooks led the Suns with 21 points, while Devin Booker added 18 points and 7 assists, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Clippers' dominant performance.
