{
  "id": 19119421,
  "title": "The Clippers finally closed one out, and the bench is the reason why",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/the-clippers-finally-closed-one-out-and-the-bench-is-the-reason-why",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-09T08:14:54.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/clippers-finally-closed-one-bench-081454105.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Los Angeles Clippers secured a crucial 139-123 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans at Intuit Dome, ending a seven-game losing streak that had persisted for over two weeks. Darius Garland led the team with 24 points and 10 assists, while the bench contributed 59 points, with Gradey Dick and Keaton Wagler making notable contributions off the bench. The Clippers dominated the fourth quarter, leading by as many as 20 points, thanks to a 15-6 run. Guard Darius Garland credited the bench for their performance, stating, \"That was the second unit.\" The team committed a season-low 11 turnovers and recorded 34 assists, shooting 54.8% from the field. New Orleans' Zion Williamson and Trey Murphy III were the top scorers for the Pelicans, but the Clippers' improved ball-handling and defense ultimately sealed the win.",
  "summary": "The Clippers snapped a seven-game losing streak with a 139-123 win over New Orleans, scoring a season high and committing just 11 turnovers.",
  "key_points": [
    "Los Angeles Clippers end seven-game losing streak with 139-123 win",
    "Bench contributes 59 points, Gradey Dick and Keaton Wagler key players",
    "Clippers dominate fourth quarter with 20-point lead and 34 assists"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}