Zubac amassed 10 points (5-8 FG, 0-2 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and two blocks over 30 minutes during Wednesday's 122-117 win over the Bulls. While he barely got there, the double-double was his 36th of the season,
The LA Clippers have a Defensive Player of the Year candidate, and it's Ivica Zubac. Although he didn't make the All-Star team, he's overdue to be recognized defensively.
Without Kawhi Leonard or Norman Powell, James Harden tallies 31 points and 11 assists, while Ivica Zubac adds 22 points in 129-111 loss to Indiana.
Zubac has surpassed the 20-point mark in 18 contests, including in three of his last five outings.
Zubac provided a spark in the paint for Los Angeles in Sunday's defeat, shooting well from the field and from the line while finishing with north of 20 points and concluding second on the team in scoring.
Pascal Siakam and the Indiana Pacers (31-23) will host Ivica Zubac and the Los Angeles Clippers (31-24) at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Sunday,. The opening tip is at 5:00 PM ET.The Pacers
Jones has alternated between starting and coming off the bench over the last five games, and he'll be part of the first unit for Wednesday's tilt. He's joined by James Harden, Kris Dunn, Kawhi Leonard and Ivica Zubac in the starting lineup.
Ivica Zubac has a big night (27 points, 16 rebounds), but the Clippers squander opportunities with 18 turnovers and a poor shooting night from the perimeter in a 106-102 loss.
Coach Tyronn Lue says his team is up for the challenge of a tough closing schedule while looking to get leading scorer Norman Powell back in lineup.