Despite this, Milwaukee BucksAnd LA ClippersSeveral starters and key players were rested Robert CovingtonClippers still managed Friday night’s record-breaking game.
Covington took advantage of the Clippers having four starters and buried a franchise record 11 3-pointers. He also scored 43 points, which helped the Clippers beat the Bucks, 53-119 at Fiserv Forum. Covington’s 11 triples are the most in a game this season in the NBA. According to the Clippers, he is the only player to score at least 43 points and make 11 3-pointers. He also has eight rebounds, three blocks, and the most in a single game.
Even Giannis AntetokounmpoCovington’s career night was admired by a spectator who was sitting in the stands. Before Friday, Covington hadn’t scored more than 31 points nor made more than seven 3-pointers during his NBA career.
Covington stated that his teammates told him throughout the game they wanted to get him 50. “I came close.”
Covington said: “And even Giannis informed me, Hey man! Go for the record. I want to see something. I was trying to find it. This is my most 3s in a single game, other than the G League.
Covington hit 11-of-18 3-pointers and was awarded the green signal Paul George (elbow maintenance), Reggie Jackson (rest), Marcus Morris Sr. Nicolas Batum (left leg soreness), and L.A. (38-40), all sat together one night after Chicago’s overtime loss to L.A. Teammate Amir CoffeyA career night included 32 points, seven assists as well six rebounds and four steals. Six Clippers played in double figures, helping the team to set a record for the most regular-season points scored.
Antetokounmpo (right leg soreness) also won the second game in a back-toback. Jrue Holiday(left ankle sprain) Khris MiddletonLeft wrist soreness Brook Lopez(Return to Competition reconditioning) While also not playing Wesley MatthewsAnd Grayson Allen.
The Clippers lead the game by 43 points with Milwaukee’s best out late in the fourth quarter.
Covington knew that he was enjoying the best night in his nine-year professional career, the third quarter.
“When I hit my first five, I scored 17 points in [the third]quarter, I think this is the highest I’ve ever scored in a quarter of my career,” stated Covington. He entered the night with an average 8.9 points per match.
He continued, “The basket just keeps getting bigger and larger and my rhythm just stuck the same.” My teammates found my money, and I was right there with them.”
In a deal for Covington, the Clippers purchased him. Norman PowellJust before the trade deadline. Covington is known for his defense, but his 3-point shooting has made Clippers history.
To celebrate, Covington was doused with ice cold water by his teammates.
Ty Lue, Clippers coach, said that although he had made some good shots, he didn’t know it would be such a night. “I’m just happy for him. He has adapted well to a new environment. It starts with his defense, his deflections and his willingness to defend all possessions. He was rewarded tonight with open shots.