Thunder’s No. 10 Power Index Puts Clippers’ 2-8 Start on Trial

The Clippers’ 2-8 start collides with an Oklahoma City team ranked No. 10 in the Power Index and 8-4 on the season, while Los Angeles sits No. 25. The Thunder have allowed 106.9 points per game; the Clippers have given up 118.1 while scoring 112.2. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has 356 points in 12 games, and Los Angeles needs Darius Garland—who has 204 points and 69 assists—to steer the offense without giving away possessions; he has also committed 49 turnovers. If the Clippers can’t protect the ball and contain Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City’s stronger form gives it a clear edge.