
Clippers' Playoff Hopes Over With Loss To Hustle
March 23, 2023 - NBA G League (G League)
Ontario Clippers News Release
ONTARIO, Calif. - The Ontario Clippers (16-15), the NBA G League affiliate of the LA Clippers, fall to the Memphis Hustle (23-7), 96-98, on Wednesday night and are officially eliminated from playoff contention.
Xavier Moon recorded a game-high 27 points (11-20 FG, 4-9 3PT), five rebounds, and six assists for the Clippers. Jason Preston added 20 points (8-14 FG, 0-5 3PT) in the loss.
The Hustle were led by Dakota Mathias' 21 points (8-19 FG, 4-10 3PT), seven rebounds, and three assists.
The Clippers held a 96-95 advantage with 2:23 remaining in regulation. A three-pointer by Memphis' Jacob Gilyard gave the Hustle a 98-96 lead and would prove to the winning bucket, as neither team would score in the final 1:13 of the game.
Next up, the Clippers look to finishthe season on a positive note as they host the Texas Legends on Thursday in the tail end of a back-to-back. Tip-off is at 7 pm PDT inside the Toyota Arena.
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