Clippers Dominate Suns in NBA Showdown
Friday, October 24, 2025, 10:30 PM ET · Intuit Dome
LA Clippers 129, Phoenix Suns 102, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Phoenix Suns vs LA Clippers?
LA Clippers beat Phoenix Suns 129-102 at Intuit Dome on October 24, 2025.
The LA Clippers secured a decisive victory over the Phoenix Suns with a final score of 129-102 at the Intuit Dome. This win marks the Clippers' second consecutive victory against the Suns in their current series, giving them a 1-0 lead in the season matchup. The Clippers improved their home record to 2-1, while the Suns fell to 1-2 on the season.
In terms of recent form, the Clippers have shown strong performance at home, boasting an 8-2 record in their last ten games, although they are currently on a one-game losing streak. They averaged 117.0 points scored and allowed 108.9 points during this stretch. Their last game on October 23 resulted in a loss against the Utah Jazz, where they were defeated 108-129. Prior to that, they had a successful run against teams like the Golden State Warriors and the Sacramento Kings, with scores of 124-119 and 101-100, respectively.
Conversely, the Suns have struggled recently, holding a record of 2-8 over their last ten games, but they managed to snap a five-game losing streak with a win against the Sacramento Kings on October 23, finishing 120-116. They averaged 108.4 points scored and allowed 122.1 points during this stretch, indicating defensive challenges that have plagued their season thus far.
When playing at home, the Clippers have been particularly formidable, maintaining a perfect 5-0 record in their last five home games. The Suns, however, have struggled on the road, with an away record of 0-5 in their last five games. This disparity in home and away performance has been a significant factor in the Clippers' success against the Suns.
In their previous meetings this season, the Clippers had not fared well against the Suns, losing all four matchups prior to this game. The most recent encounter before this victory was on March 5, where the Clippers lost 117-119. The Clippers' ability to finally overcome the Suns in this matchup highlights their growth and adjustment from earlier encounters.
In terms of injuries, the Clippers were without Jordan Miller due to a shoulder issue, while Bradley Beal and Yanic Konan Niederhauser were both listed as day-to-day with hip and foot injuries, respectively. The Suns also faced challenges, with CJ Huntley and Mark Williams listed as day-to-day due to hamstring and foot injuries.
The game was priced by the market with the Clippers having a home win probability of 1.0, indicating strong confidence in their ability to secure the win. The conditions for the game were favorable, with both teams looking to establish their early season identities.
Viewers should have watched for the Clippers' offensive execution, particularly in the fourth quarter, where they extended their lead significantly. Key scoring plays included Yanic Konan Niederhauser's alley-oop dunk assisted by Chris Paul, and a series of jump shots that kept the Suns at bay. The Clippers' ability to capitalize on their home advantage and execute effectively in crucial moments was evident throughout the game, leading to their commanding victory.
Injury report
- Jordan MillerOutShoulderLA Clippers
- Bradley BealDay-To-DayHipLA Clippers
- Yanic Konan NiederhauserDay-To-DayFootLA Clippers
- CJ HuntleyDay-To-DayHamstringPhoenix Suns
- Mark WilliamsDay-To-DayFootPhoenix Suns
Leaders
- PointsJames Harden30LA Clippers
- AssistsChris Paul8LA Clippers
- ReboundsJames Harden7LA Clippers
- PointsDillon Brooks21Phoenix Suns
- AssistsDevin Booker7Phoenix Suns
- ReboundsOso Ighodaro6Phoenix Suns
Recent form
LA Clippers
Last 10: 8-2Streak L1117 scored · 108.9 allowed per game5-0 at home
- L108-129at Utah JazzOct 23
- W124-119at Golden State WarriorsApr 13
- W101-100at Sacramento KingsApr 12
- W134-117vs Houston RocketsApr 10
- W122-117vs San Antonio SpursApr 9
- W135-104vs Dallas MavericksApr 6
- W114-91vs Dallas MavericksApr 5
- W114-98vs New Orleans PelicansApr 3
- W96-87at Orlando MagicMar 31
- L122-127at Cleveland CavaliersMar 30
Phoenix Suns
Last 10: 2-8Streak W1108.4 scored · 122.1 allowed per game0-5 away
- W120-116vs Sacramento KingsOct 23
- L98-109at Sacramento KingsApr 13
- W117-98vs San Antonio SpursApr 12
- L112-125vs Oklahoma City ThunderApr 10
- L95-133vs Golden State WarriorsApr 9
- L98-112at New York KnicksApr 6
- L103-123at Boston CelticsApr 4
- L123-133at Milwaukee BucksApr 1
- L109-148vs Houston RocketsMar 31
- L109-124at Minnesota TimberwolvesMar 29
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA Lakers | - | 29 | W3 | .646 | 53 |
| Phoenix | 8 | 37 | W1 | .549 | 45 |
| LA Clippers | 11 | 40 | W1 | .512 | 42 |
| Golden State | 16 | 45 | L3 | .451 | 37 |
| Sacramento | 31 | 60 | L1 | .268 | 22 |
Box score
| Stat | Phoenix Suns | LA Clippers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 37-90 | 45-76 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 59 |
| Three-pointers | 16-47 | 16-29 |
| Three-point % | 34 | 55 |
| Free throws | 12-15 | 23-26 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 88 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 45 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 35 |
| Assists | 23 | 32 |
| Steals | 12 | 12 |
| Blocks | 4 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 17 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 24 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 26 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 52 |
| Fouls | 25 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 32 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter65-91Dillon Brooks makes 26-foot three point jumper (Devin Booker assists)
- 3rd Quarter65-92Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter68-92Dillon Brooks makes 23-foot three point jumper (Devin Booker assists)
- 3rd Quarter68-94Kawhi Leonard makes 10-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter68-95Ivica Zubac makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter68-96Ivica Zubac makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter68-97James Harden makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter68-98James Harden makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter68-100John Collins makes 1-foot dunk (Ivica Zubac assists)
- 3rd Quarter69-100Devin Booker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter70-100Devin Booker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter72-100Devin Booker makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter72-101John Collins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter74-101Oso Ighodaro makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter77-101Grayson Allen makes 27-foot three pointer (Oso Ighodaro assists)
- 3rd Quarter77-104Nicolas Batum makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kris Dunn assists)
- 3rd Quarter77-106Kris Dunn makes 3-foot two point shot (James Harden assists)
- 4th Quarter79-106Grayson Allen makes 17-foot two point shot (Collin Gillespie assists)
- 4th Quarter80-106Grayson Allen makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter80-108John Collins makes 3-foot dunk (Chris Paul assists)
- 4th Quarter80-109John Collins makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter83-109Collin Gillespie makes 27-foot three pointer (Royce O'Neale assists)
- 4th Quarter83-112Brook Lopez makes 25-foot three point jumper (Chris Paul assists)
- 4th Quarter85-112Oso Ighodaro makes 11-foot two point shot (Collin Gillespie assists)
- 4th Quarter88-112Collin Gillespie makes 23-foot three point shot (Rasheer Fleming assists)
- 4th Quarter88-115Kris Dunn makes 22-foot three point jumper (John Collins assists)
- 4th Quarter88-117Kawhi Leonard makes 1-foot dunk (Chris Paul assists)
- 4th Quarter91-117Nigel Hayes-Davis makes 24-foot three point jumper (Rasheer Fleming assists)
- 4th Quarter91-119John Collins makes 2-foot dunk (Chris Paul assists)
- 4th Quarter93-119Nigel Hayes-Davis makes 14-foot driving floating jump shot (Collin Gillespie assists)
- 4th Quarter93-121Kawhi Leonard makes two point shot (Derrick Jones Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter95-121Nick Richards makes 6-foot hook shot (Collin Gillespie assists)
- 4th Quarter97-121Collin Gillespie makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter97-123Kobe Sanders makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter97-125Yanic Konan Niederhauser makes 1-foot alley oop dunk shot (Chris Paul assists)
- 4th Quarter99-125Collin Gillespie makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter99-127Yanic Konan Niederhauser makes two point shot (Chris Paul assists)
- 4th Quarter100-127Khaman Maluach makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter100-129Yanic Konan Niederhauser makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter102-129Nigel Hayes-Davis makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
Win probability
Above the line favours LA Clippers, below favours Phoenix Suns.
Venue
- Intuit DomeInglewood, CA
- Attendance17927
- OfficialsTre Maddox, Mitchell Ervin, Sha'Rae Mitchell
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