John Collins delivered a strong performance in the first half, putting up 15 of his total 17 points and helping the Clippers secure a slim one-point lead before halftime. His accuracy from the free-throw line remained flawless throughout the game.
Despite his solid start, the momentum shifted after the break. The reigning champions, described as having "flipped a switch" in the second half, dominated the floor and turned the contest into a blowout. As a result, most of the final quarter was played by non-rotation players.
“Flipped a switch.”
Source: Bruno Mulé, Clippers Correspondent | November 5th, 3:30 PM EST
Author’s Summary: Collins showed early dominance and efficiency, but the Clippers couldn’t sustain their edge as the reigning champions overpowered them after halftime.