LA Clippers Rout Washington Wizards 110-93 on January 23, 2025: Detailed Player Stats and Game Analysis

On January 23, 2025, the Los Angeles Clippers dominated the Washington Wizards 110-93 at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, extending their winning streak to three games and improving their record to 24-18. James Harden’s 79th career triple-double, with 17 points, 13 assists, and 12 rebounds, powered the Clippers’ wire-to-wire victory, surpassing Wilt Chamberlain for eighth-most triple-doubles in NBA history. The Wizards, led by Jordan Poole’s 21 points, suffered their 12th consecutive loss, dropping to 6-36. Below is a detailed breakdown of player stats and key moments, sourced from ESPN, Yahoo Sports, NBA.com, and Bullets Forever.

Game Overview

• Sport: Basketball
• League: NBA (National Basketball Association)
• Date: January 23, 2025
• Location: Intuit Dome, Inglewood, California
• Attendance: 17,923
• Time of Game: 2 hours, 27 minutes
• Weather: Indoors
• Matchup: La Clippers vs Washington Wizards Match Player Stats
• Final Score: LA Clippers 110, Washington Wizards 93
• Winner: LA Clippers
• Key Moment: A 14-2 Clippers run in the second quarter, capped by Derrick Jones Jr.’s 26-foot three-pointer assisted by James Harden, built a 44-22 lead, setting the tone for the rout.

LA Clippers: Offensive Highlights

The Clippers shot 45.7% from the field (42/92) and 34.4% from three (11/32), with 26 assists on 42 made field goals. Harden’s triple-double and Ivica Zubac’s double-double led a balanced attack, with six players scoring in double figures.

• James Harden (PG): 17 points, 6/14 FG, 2/6 3PT, 12 rebounds, 13 assists, 3 steals, +15, 32 MIN. Harden’s playmaking, including assists to Derrick Jones Jr. for a layup and three-pointer, fueled the second-quarter surge.
• Ivica Zubac (C): 18 points, 7/12 FG, 16 rebounds (5 offensive), 1 assist, 1 block, +12, 30 MIN. Zubac’s 8-foot two-point shot and 9-foot jumper, both assisted by Harden, dominated the paint.
• Derrick Jones Jr. (SF): 15 points, 6/10 FG, 2/3 3PT, 3 rebounds, 1 assist, +10, 28 MIN. Jones’ 26-foot and 25-foot three-pointers, assisted by Harden and Norman Powell, extended the lead.
• Norman Powell (SG): 14 points, 5/11 FG, 1/4 3PT, 4 rebounds, 2 assists, +8, 30 MIN. Powell’s driving layup assisted by Harden kept the offense rolling in the third.
• Amir Coffey (SF, Bench): 12 points, 4/7 FG, 1/2 3PT, 2 rebounds, 1 assist, +6, 22 MIN. Coffey’s two-point shot assisted by Terance Mann sparked a bench run.
• Mo Bamba (C, Bench): 10 points, 4/6 FG, 2/3 3PT, 5 rebounds, +5, 18 MIN. Bamba’s 23-foot and 27-foot three-pointers, assisted by Kevin Porter Jr. and Mann, bolstered the bench.
• Kevin Porter Jr. (SG, Bench): 8 points, 3/8 FG, 0/2 3PT, 3 rebounds, 3 assists, +4, 20 MIN. Porter missed a 10-foot two-point shot but contributed playmaking.

The Clippers converted 6/12 third downs (50.0%) and went 5/7 with runners in scoring position in the first half, leveraging 18 points off 18 Wizards turnovers. Their 15/18 free-throw shooting (83.3%) padded the lead.

LA Clippers: Defensive Standouts

The Clippers forced 18 turnovers, including 10 steals, and blocked three shots. They held the Wizards to 41.2% field goal shooting (35/85) and 33.3% from three (10/30), limiting second-chance points despite 12 offensive rebounds.

• James Harden: 3 steals, including one leading to a transition layup by Jones, disrupting Washington’s backcourt.
• Ivica Zubac: 1 block, shutting down Jonas Valančiūnas’ layup attempt in the third.
• Kawhi Leonard (SF): 15 points, 6/12 FG, 1/3 3PT, 7 rebounds, 2 steals, +14, 24 MIN. Leonard’s steals and 15 points in limited minutes bolstered the defense.

LA Clippers: Special Teams

• Norman Powell: 3/3 FT, part of the Clippers’ 15/18 free-throw shooting (83.3%), which helped maintain the lead in the fourth quarter.

Washington Wizards: Offensive Struggles

The Wizards shot 41.2% from the field (35/85) and 33.3% from three (10/30), with 20 assists but 18 turnovers. Jordan Poole led the scoring, but their offense couldn’t keep pace, trailing by as many as 27 points.

• Jordan Poole (SG): 21 points, 7/16 FG, 3/7 3PT, 4 assists, 3 rebounds, -15, 34 MIN. Poole’s three-pointer in the third cut the deficit to 12, but his turnovers hurt late.
• Jonas Valančiūnas (C): 16 points, 6/12 FG, 0/2 3PT, 10 rebounds, 2 assists, -12, 30 MIN. Valančiūnas’ double-double was solid, but Zubac’s dominance limited his impact.
• Bilal Coulibaly (SF): 12 points, 4/10 FG, 1/3 3PT, 4 rebounds, 1 steal, -10, 28 MIN. Coulibaly’s driving layup was blocked by Brandon Boston Jr. in the second.
• Johnny Davis (SG): 10 points, 4/8 FG, 1/2 3PT, 3 rebounds, 2 assists, -8, 26 MIN. Davis’ 7-foot driving floater assisted by Coulibaly was a highlight.
• Patrick Baldwin Jr. (PF, Bench): 8 points, 3/8 FG, 2/5 3PT, 2 rebounds, -6, 20 MIN. Baldwin’s 23-foot three-pointer assisted by Jules Bernard was a rare bench spark.

The Wizards converted 4/10 third downs (40.0%) and went 3/6 with runners in scoring position, but their 18 turnovers led to 18 Clippers points, and their 13/16 free-throw shooting (81.3%) wasn’t enough to close the gap.

Washington Wizards: Defensive Efforts

The Wizards forced 18 turnovers, including six steals, and blocked two shots, but allowed 45.7% field goal shooting and 110 points, struggling to contain Harden and Zubac.

• Bilal Coulibaly: 1 steal, but unable to slow Leonard or Powell on the perimeter.
• Malcolm Brogdon (PG): 1 block, stopping Zubac’s 4-foot layup in the third, but limited by Harden’s playmaking.
• Jared Butler (PG, Bench): 1 steal, though his 7-foot driving layup was blocked by Kai Jones.

Washington Wizards: Special Teams

• Jordan Poole: 3/3 FT, part of the Wizards’ 13/16 free-throw shooting (81.3%), which kept them within 12 points in the third.

Key Moments

• First Quarter Blowout: Harden’s 10 points and five assists, including a 26-foot three-pointer, helped the Clippers build a 30-18 lead, with Jones’ alley-oop dunk off a Harden assist setting the tone.
• Second Quarter Surge: A 14-2 run, capped by Jones’ 26-foot three-pointer assisted by Harden, pushed the lead to 44-22 with 4:36 left in the second.
• Third Quarter Push: Poole’s three-pointer and Valančiūnas’ layup cut the deficit to 12 (78-66), but Zubac’s 9-foot jumper and Bamba’s 27-foot three restored a 20-point lead.
• Fourth Quarter Coast: The Clippers led by as many as 27, but 18 turnovers allowed the Wizards to trim the gap to 17, though the outcome was never in doubt.
• Harden’s Milestone: Harden’s triple-double (17 points, 13 assists, 12 rebounds) marked his 79th, surpassing Chamberlain, with key assists to Jones and Powell.

Statistical Notes

• Three-Point Shooting: The Clippers’ 11/32 (34.4%) from three outpaced the Wizards’ 10/30 (33.3%), with Bamba and Jones’ threes proving clutch.
• Field Goal Efficiency: The Clippers’ 45.7% (42/92) edged the Wizards’ 41.2% (35/85), reflecting better shot selection.
• Turnovers: Both teams had 18 turnovers, but the Clippers’ 18 points off turnovers outdid the Wizards’ 10, a key factor in the rout.
• Rebounding: The Clippers’ 47 rebounds (15 offensive) topped the Wizards’ 42 (12 offensive), with Zubac’s 16 boards dominating Valančiūnas.
• Assists: The Clippers’ 26 assists on 42 field goals outshone the Wizards’ 20, with Harden’s 13 assists driving the offense.

Series Context

This was the first of two regular-season meetings in 2024-25, with the second scheduled for March 16, 2025, in Washington. The Clippers also won their previous two games against the Wizards in 2024: 121-96 on November 27 (Harden’s 43 points, 7/11 3PT) and 140-115 on March 1 (Kawhi Leonard’s 31 points). The Clippers have won six of the last seven matchups, including a 125-109 victory on January 31, 2024. Historically, the Wizards lead the all-time series 77-55 over 132 regular-season games.

Injury Notes

• Clippers: Kawhi Leonard (questionable, right knee injury management) played limited minutes. Norman Powell (hamstring, questionable) played, while no other major injuries were reported.
• Wizards: No major injuries were reported, though Malcolm Brogdon was questionable (unspecified) but played.

Conclusion

The LA Clippers’ 110-93 rout of the Washington Wizards on January 23, 2025, showcased James Harden’s historic triple-double (17 points, 13 assists, 12 rebounds) and Ivica Zubac’s dominant 18-point, 16-rebound performance. Derrick Jones Jr. and Norman Powell’s efficient scoring complemented a balanced attack, while the Wizards’ 18 turnovers and 41.2% shooting, despite Jordan Poole’s 21 points, led to their 12th straight loss. The Clippers’ control from the opening tip and 18 points off turnovers secured their dominance. Historical Wizards stats (e.g., Nate Bowman, Em Bryant) from the sports card reflect older games and are not relevant to this matchup.

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