The Clippers seized control from the opening quarter, and easily cruised to a blowout in a 123-111 victory in a result that was more lopsided than the final margin. Russell Westbrook scored 11 points, with 13 assists, the first Clipper with at least that many opening-night assists since Andre Miller in 2002. 2 overall pick Scoot Henderson until he was scoreless at halftime, and Henderson finished with 11 points on 11 shots, his four turnovers matching his four assists. Lue removed Leonard and George and played an all-reserve lineup with 3 minutes remaining in the third quarter and the Clippers leading by 26. Instead, he swiped at dribbles and passes, finishing with three steals that the Clippers turned into five points.

Source: Los Angeles Times October 26, 2023 05:35 UTC