Lakers beat Clippers, remain undefeated in Las Vegas Summer League

The battle of LA, Summer League edition, ends with the Lakers beating the Clippers, 99-85, on Tuesday night. They are now 3-0 in Las Vegas Summer League play.

It was the Chris Mañon show early, as his defense forced a Clippers turnover right after the opening tip, leading to a layup. He also drained a triple, giving him five points. Cameron Carr got his first points of the night, knocking down a 3-pointer. Kobe Sanders was leading the Clippers with four points.

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Mañon continued to dominate, pushing his point total to 10. He was the first player from either team in double figures. The young Lakers were having a nice night from behind the arc, shooting 55%.

At the end of the first, the purple and gold were up by eight.

Carr started the second period with a jumper for the Lakers. Both teams were shooting at a high level in the quarter. The Lakers made all six of their first shots, and the Clippers made five of their six attempts. Sean Pedulla and Jahmyl Telfort combined for eight points for the Clippers.

Adou Thiero got on the board, converting on a layup. After a small scuffle between the teams, a few techs and a flagrant foul were given.

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The Lakers continued to play well offensively, building their lead to 15. Their defense was also great, forcing the Clippers into difficult shots. Carr was now in double figures with 11 points.

At halftime, the Lakers were up by 16.

Sanders scored on a jumper for the Clippers to start the third period. The Clippers had a hot start, with Sanders and Pedulla both draining triples. They were on an 8-0 scoring run. Mañon converted on a free throw for two points.

The Clippers cut their deficit to nine. Offense had become a struggle for the Lakers, as they made just one of their first five shot attempts. Thiero converted on a much-needed three-point play.

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Carr ignited for the Lakers, scoring eight points and pushing his point total to 19. The Lakers were up by 23 at the end of the third.

Carr started the final frame with a free throw. The Clippers were actually shooting better than the Lakers in the quarter, 45% to 37%, but the Lakers were still in full…

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