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Showdown at Paycom Center: LA Clippers to Battle Oklahoma City Thunder

As the LA Clippers prepare to take on the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center, fans are eager to see if the team can bounce back from their recent performance. The Clippers have been on a rollercoaster ride in their past few games, showing both resilience and areas for improvement.


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In their last game against the Phoenix Suns, despite a valiant effort with 10 steals and a strong bench contribution of 47 points, they fell short with a final score of 95 to the Suns' 112. Their shooting from beyond the arc was less effective than usual at 28 percent, which they will need to improve upon in their upcoming match.


The previous encounter before that saw them secure a narrow victory over Sacramento Kings with an impressive field goal percentage of 51 and free throw accuracy standing at an excellent 91 percent. They led for almost 33 minutes of game time and managed to maintain a lead change dynamic that kept them ahead.


However, it's worth noting that in another recent matchup against Los Angeles Lakers, turnovers were an issue for the Clippers as they gave up possession 23 times. Despite this setback, they managed to pull through with strong defensive play reflected by seven blocks and limiting their opponents' scoring efficiency.


The Clippers have shown that when they control turnovers and execute well from both inside paint where they've been hitting over half of their shots consistently and from long range where percentages fluctuate but can be lethal; they stand as formidable contenders.


Fans should expect an intense battle at Paycom Center as both teams vie for dominance on court. The venue is known for its energetic atmosphere which could play into how each team performs under pressure. With key players needing to step up after mixed results in recent outings, it's set up to be an exciting contest.


The game is scheduled for October 26th at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. Fans can catch all the action live on KTLA network or follow along via various broadcast networks available depending on location.

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