The Los Angeles Clippers were led to victory by their stars on Friday, as they narrowly edged out the Miami Heat. All-Star forward Blake Griffin had 20 points and nine rebounds as well as four assists. Meanwhile, DeAndre Jordan, the reigning All-NBA First Team center, pulled down a whopping 19 rebounds to help the Clippers earn a positive differential on the glass. Though Chris Paul saw below his usual output, the star still contributed 17 points and six assists while turning the ball over just once. Miami, meanwhile, also saw strong play from its star players. Guard Goran Dragic had a 21 - point, 11 - assist double - double. Meanwhile, center Hassan Whiteside pulled down 17 boards in what was a duel on the glass between him and Jordan. The team protected the ball exceptionally, turning it over just four times as a unit, but could not find the basket enough for the win.
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