Rui Hachimura paces scoring in LA Clippers preseason debut

Forward logs 19 points in first action with new franchise.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated yesterday1 min read

Rui Hachimura with the slam in transition💥 He leads all scorers with 17... Watch his @LAClippers debut on NBA League Pa Via @NBA on X

What happened: The recent addition highlighted his early minutes with a transition slam. He is the game-high scorer during the ongoing exhibition.

Why it matters: Hachimura agreed to a two-year, $28 million deal with the Clippers this offseason. He provides an additional offensive option as the organization integrates its summer arrivals.

By the numbers: Hachimura has tallied 19 points, three rebounds, and one assist. The Clippers lead the Golden State Warriors 45-36 in the in-progress contest.

What to watch: The coaching staff will continue evaluating rotation combinations throughout the remainder of the preseason schedule.

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