Pope of Basketball.

Summary

On the 16th, the Clippers lost to the Nets 94-99, ending their 10-game winning streak. De Long-Williams excelled with 27 points and 12 assists, outshining Paul, who scored only 14 points. Yao Ming's defensive strategies limited Griffin's effectiveness, who scored 19 points but struggled in crucial moments. The media criticized Griffin as overrated despite his accolades. On the 17th, the Clippers beat the Jazz 109-88, but Paul suffered a calf injury and will be out for 2-4 weeks. The NBA's condensed schedule has led to numerous player injuries. The Clippers won against the Mavericks 101-79 on the 18th, taking advantage of the Mavericks' missing star players. The Clippers' offense remained strong without Paul, led by Curry and Neil. On the 20th, the Clippers achieved a three-game winning streak by defeating the Timberwolves 98-91, with Curry's late-game performance turning the tide.

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