The New Orleans Pelicans took an early lead against the Los Angeles Clippers, with Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson combining for 21 points in the first quarter. Ingram scored 16 points, outscoring the Clippers at one point. However, the Clippers closed the gap, finishing the first half with a 43-23 run to trail by only four points. In the third quarter, the Clippers took the lead 60-56 with Paul George's fourth 3-pointer.
Clippers take a 60-56 lead on PG's fourth 3-pter at the start of the third quarter.
Clippers finish the half on a 43-23 run to close the gap to within at the break. They trailed 33-12 late in the first.
Pelicans 36, Clippers 23 at the end of the first qtr. Brandon Ingraham and Zion have combined for 21 pts.
Pels up 21 now with more than two minutes to play in the first quarter. Just carving up the Clippers defense. Brandon Ingram, back in LA, with 16.
Brandon Ingram has started this game against the Clippers on fire. He has hit 7-of-9 shots and has 16 points. Pels up 33-12 with 2:14 left in first. Clippers have misssed all six of their 3-point shots. Pels shooting 68.4% overall.
Brandon Ingram is outscoring the Clippers, 16-12. Ingram has made 7-for-9 shots, and the Clippers have gone 6-for-17.