The Morning After: Clippers Fall to Celtics

Apr 13, 2016; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul Pierce (34) looks on against the Phoenix Suns at Talking Stick Resort Arena. The Suns won 114-105. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 13, 2016; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul Pierce (34) looks on against the Phoenix Suns at Talking Stick Resort Arena. The Suns won 114-105. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
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In Paul Pierce‘s emotional homecoming game, the LA Clippers fall 107-102 to Isaiah Thomas and the Boston Celtics. Here are 5 takeaways from this afternoon’s loss.

Dec 16, 2016; Miami, FL, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) rests during the first half against the Miami Heat at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 16, 2016; Miami, FL, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) rests during the first half against the Miami Heat at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

1) Blake’s efforts weren’t enough

Blake Griffin did a little bit of everything on the offensive end, scoring 23 points, grabbing 8 boards, and dishing 4 assists. He went 9 for 19 from the field and 5 for 6 at the charity stripe. Griffin seemed to be the only player that came ready to play, which resulted in him carrying the team on his back for the entire game. There were many points throughout the game when he reminded us of that he is completely capable of running the offense, including this beautiful behind the back pass to Raymond Felton:

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