GAME ANALYSIS

PLAYER PERFORMANCE

LAC LA Clippers
S James Harden 38.8m
35
pts
10
reb
11
ast
Impact
+10.7

Operating as the ultimate offensive engine, his high-volume shot creation and playmaking fueled a dominant +10.7 impact score. He broke out of a recent scoring lull by punishing defensive drop coverages, while surprisingly adding strong defensive value (+5.8) on the other end.

Shooting
FG 12/23 (52.2%)
3PT 6/14 (42.9%)
FT 5/6 (83.3%)
Advanced
TS% 68.3%
USG% 35.6%
Net Rtg 0.0
+/- 0
Impact Breakdown
vs game-average production for 38.8m
Offense +22.2
Hustle +2.3
Defense +5.8
Raw total +30.3
Avg player in 38.8m -19.6
Impact +10.7
How is this calculated?
Defensive Matchups
FGA Against 16
FGM Against 4
Opp FG% 25.0%
STL 0
BLK 2
TO 6
S Kris Dunn 36.4m
11
pts
2
reb
0
ast
Impact
-4.3

Despite a massive scoring jump compared to his recent slump, hidden costs during his minutes dragged his total impact to -4.3. His trademark point-of-attack defense (+4.3) was present, but the team bled points during his specific rotation stretches.

Shooting
FG 5/10 (50.0%)
3PT 1/4 (25.0%)
FT 0/1 (0.0%)
Advanced
TS% 52.7%
USG% 12.3%
Net Rtg +18.6
+/- +13
Impact Breakdown
vs game-average production for 36.4m
Offense +6.4
Hustle +3.5
Defense +4.3
Raw total +14.2
Avg player in 36.4m -18.5
Impact -4.3
How is this calculated?
Defensive Matchups
FGA Against 7
FGM Against 3
Opp FG% 42.9%
STL 2
BLK 1
TO 0
11
pts
2
reb
2
ast
Impact
+2.7

Defensive disruption (+6.9) and a sudden scoring surge compared to his recent slump fueled a solid +2.7 overall rating. While missed perimeter shots capped his offensive ceiling, his athleticism on the wing consistently blew up opponent sets.

Shooting
FG 3/8 (37.5%)
3PT 0/2 (0.0%)
FT 5/6 (83.3%)
Advanced
TS% 51.7%
USG% 14.3%
Net Rtg +6.3
+/- +3
Impact Breakdown
vs game-average production for 33.3m
Offense +9.7
Hustle +2.9
Defense +6.9
Raw total +19.5
Avg player in 33.3m -16.8
Impact +2.7
How is this calculated?
Defensive Matchups
FGA Against 7
FGM Against 3
Opp FG% 42.9%
STL 2
BLK 1
TO 0
S John Collins 31.4m
9
pts
7
reb
0
ast
Impact
-3.5

A sudden and sharp drop in shooting efficiency ended his recent hot streak, dragging his total impact down to -3.5. Strong hustle metrics (+4.5) showed he was still working hard, but forcing bad looks from the perimeter ultimately hurt the offense.

Shooting
FG 3/11 (27.3%)
3PT 1/6 (16.7%)
FT 2/2 (100.0%)
Advanced
TS% 37.9%
USG% 16.2%
Net Rtg 0.0
+/- 0
Impact Breakdown
vs game-average production for 31.4m
Offense +5.4
Hustle +4.5
Defense +2.5
Raw total +12.4
Avg player in 31.4m -15.9
Impact -3.5
How is this calculated?
Defensive Matchups
FGA Against 12
FGM Against 5
Opp FG% 41.7%
STL 1
BLK 1
TO 0
S Ivica Zubac 30.1m
13
pts
12
reb
1
ast
Impact
+0.8

Efficient interior finishing and disciplined rim protection (+5.3) anchored his positive +0.8 impact score. He provided a steady, reliable presence in the paint without forcing bad shots or turning the ball over.

Shooting
FG 6/10 (60.0%)
3PT 0/0
FT 1/4 (25.0%)
Advanced
TS% 55.3%
USG% 20.3%
Net Rtg +1.8
+/- +1
Impact Breakdown
vs game-average production for 30.1m
Offense +7.9
Hustle +2.9
Defense +5.3
Raw total +16.1
Avg player in 30.1m -15.3
Impact +0.8
How is this calculated?
Defensive Matchups
FGA Against 11
FGM Against 4
Opp FG% 36.4%
STL 0
BLK 2
TO 2
2
pts
4
reb
0
ast
Impact
-5.0

Offensive passivity and missed perimeter looks compounded his recent shooting woes, resulting in a poor -5.0 total impact. His veteran defensive positioning (+4.4) remains solid, but failing to punish defenses for leaving him open stalled the offense.

Shooting
FG 1/5 (20.0%)
3PT 0/3 (0.0%)
FT 0/0
Advanced
TS% 20.0%
USG% 12.8%
Net Rtg -2.6
+/- -4
Impact Breakdown
vs game-average production for 19.6m
Offense -1.2
Hustle +1.7
Defense +4.4
Raw total +4.9
Avg player in 19.6m -9.9
Impact -5.0
How is this calculated?
Defensive Matchups
FGA Against 7
FGM Against 5
Opp FG% 71.4%
STL 1
BLK 1
TO 0
Cam Christie 18.4m
3
pts
3
reb
3
ast
Impact
-4.3

Continuing a brutal shooting slump, his inability to convert on offense created a severe -4.3 drag on the team. He competed hard on the defensive end (+3.7), but his current lack of scoring touch makes him an offensive liability.

Shooting
FG 1/7 (14.3%)
3PT 1/4 (25.0%)
FT 0/0
Advanced
TS% 21.4%
USG% 17.5%
Net Rtg -30.8
+/- -12
Impact Breakdown
vs game-average production for 18.4m
Offense -0.2
Hustle +1.5
Defense +3.7
Raw total +5.0
Avg player in 18.4m -9.3
Impact -4.3
How is this calculated?
Defensive Matchups
FGA Against 8
FGM Against 4
Opp FG% 50.0%
STL 1
BLK 0
TO 0
Brook Lopez 16.6m
9
pts
0
reb
2
ast
Impact
-6.5

Opponents clearly exploited his lack of mobility in the pick-and-roll, leading to a negative defensive rating (-0.6) that tanked his overall impact to -6.5. While he hit a couple of outside shots, his inability to protect the perimeter during his short stint proved costly.

Shooting
FG 2/5 (40.0%)
3PT 2/4 (50.0%)
FT 3/4 (75.0%)
Advanced
TS% 66.6%
USG% 27.8%
Net Rtg -11.4
+/- -4
Impact Breakdown
vs game-average production for 16.6m
Offense +0.6
Hustle +1.9
Defense -0.6
Raw total +1.9
Avg player in 16.6m -8.4
Impact -6.5
How is this calculated?
Defensive Matchups
FGA Against 14
FGM Against 6
Opp FG% 42.9%
STL 0
BLK 1
TO 3
Kobe Brown 15.5m
9
pts
2
reb
0
ast
Impact
+6.6

Perfect shooting execution maximized his limited floor time, driving a highly efficient +6.6 overall impact. He capitalized on every single offensive touch, extending a streak of highly efficient performances with excellent shot selection.

Shooting
FG 3/3 (100.0%)
3PT 1/1 (100.0%)
FT 2/2 (100.0%)
Advanced
TS% 116.0%
USG% 12.5%
Net Rtg -37.1
+/- -12
Impact Breakdown
vs game-average production for 15.5m
Offense +10.3
Hustle +2.4
Defense +1.9
Raw total +14.6
Avg player in 15.5m -8.0
Impact +6.6
How is this calculated?
Defensive Matchups
FGA Against 11
FGM Against 8
Opp FG% 72.7%
STL 0
BLK 0
TO 0
ATL Atlanta Hawks
S Dyson Daniels 38.6m
6
pts
3
reb
8
ast
Impact
-4.4

Elite defensive metrics (+8.7) and relentless hustle plays were completely undermined by a sharp regression in his offensive execution. Clanking crucial shots and failing to connect from deep resulted in a -4.4 total impact, a stark contrast to his recent highly efficient stretch.

Shooting
FG 3/9 (33.3%)
3PT 0/2 (0.0%)
FT 0/0
Advanced
TS% 33.3%
USG% 15.1%
Net Rtg +1.6
+/- 0
Impact Breakdown
vs game-average production for 38.6m
Offense -0.5
Hustle +7.0
Defense +8.7
Raw total +15.2
Avg player in 38.6m -19.6
Impact -4.4
How is this calculated?
Defensive Matchups
FGA Against 20
FGM Against 8
Opp FG% 40.0%
STL 3
BLK 1
TO 4
S Jalen Johnson 34.8m
16
pts
10
reb
8
ast
Impact
+0.4

A noticeable cooling off from his recent scoring tear left his overall impact hovering just above neutral (+0.4). Missed perimeter attempts and a dip in overall efficiency limited his offensive ceiling, though steady defensive rotations prevented a negative rating.

Shooting
FG 7/16 (43.8%)
3PT 0/3 (0.0%)
FT 2/2 (100.0%)
Advanced
TS% 47.4%
USG% 23.7%
Net Rtg +4.5
+/- +3
Impact Breakdown
vs game-average production for 34.8m
Offense +11.0
Hustle +1.6
Defense +5.3
Raw total +17.9
Avg player in 34.8m -17.5
Impact +0.4
How is this calculated?
Defensive Matchups
FGA Against 10
FGM Against 5
Opp FG% 50.0%
STL 1
BLK 1
TO 1
11
pts
5
reb
0
ast
Impact
-7.3

Despite a scoring bump compared to recent outings, poor shooting efficiency dragged his overall impact deeply into the red (-7.3). His strong defensive metrics (+7.2) and active hustle plays showed excellent engagement, but clunky shot selection ultimately outweighed his off-ball contributions.

Shooting
FG 4/11 (36.4%)
3PT 2/6 (33.3%)
FT 1/4 (25.0%)
Advanced
TS% 43.1%
USG% 21.7%
Net Rtg -1.9
+/- 0
Impact Breakdown
vs game-average production for 31.0m
Offense -1.8
Hustle +3.0
Defense +7.2
Raw total +8.4
Avg player in 31.0m -15.7
Impact -7.3
How is this calculated?
Defensive Matchups
FGA Against 16
FGM Against 8
Opp FG% 50.0%
STL 1
BLK 2
TO 2
20
pts
3
reb
4
ast
Impact
+12.9

Elite hustle (+5.7) and an ability to consistently generate interior offense drove a dominant +12.9 overall rating. Even with a cold night from beyond the arc, his knack for securing extra possessions masked the perimeter inefficiency.

Shooting
FG 5/12 (41.7%)
3PT 1/5 (20.0%)
FT 9/9 (100.0%)
Advanced
TS% 62.7%
USG% 28.1%
Net Rtg -28.0
+/- -14
Impact Breakdown
vs game-average production for 26.4m
Offense +18.6
Hustle +5.7
Defense +2.0
Raw total +26.3
Avg player in 26.4m -13.4
Impact +12.9
How is this calculated?
Defensive Matchups
FGA Against 16
FGM Against 9
Opp FG% 56.2%
STL 0
BLK 3
TO 0
S Keaton Wallace 24.3m
5
pts
4
reb
1
ast
Impact
-8.5

Low offensive volume and negative defensive value (-0.1) caused his overall impact to plummet to -8.5 during his rotation minutes. While he saw a slight uptick in scoring compared to recent games, his inability to disrupt opponents on the perimeter bled points.

Shooting
FG 2/3 (66.7%)
3PT 1/2 (50.0%)
FT 0/0
Advanced
TS% 83.3%
USG% 7.4%
Net Rtg -14.6
+/- -8
Impact Breakdown
vs game-average production for 24.3m
Offense +2.7
Hustle +1.2
Defense -0.1
Raw total +3.8
Avg player in 24.3m -12.3
Impact -8.5
How is this calculated?
Defensive Matchups
FGA Against 10
FGM Against 5
Opp FG% 50.0%
STL 0
BLK 0
TO 1
28
pts
3
reb
2
ast
Impact
+12.8

An absolute flamethrower from beyond the arc, his elite shot selection and near-perfect execution drove a massive +12.8 impact. His ability to punish defensive rotations with lethal perimeter efficiency single-handedly tilted the game's momentum.

Shooting
FG 9/13 (69.2%)
3PT 8/10 (80.0%)
FT 2/3 (66.7%)
Advanced
TS% 97.8%
USG% 19.7%
Net Rtg +26.5
+/- +18
Impact Breakdown
vs game-average production for 30.0m
Offense +25.2
Hustle +1.2
Defense +1.6
Raw total +28.0
Avg player in 30.0m -15.2
Impact +12.8
How is this calculated?
Defensive Matchups
FGA Against 11
FGM Against 6
Opp FG% 54.5%
STL 0
BLK 1
TO 0
10
pts
6
reb
3
ast
Impact
-1.1

Forcing uncharacteristic perimeter shots dragged his overall impact slightly into the red (-1.1). Solid interior defense (+3.0) and decent hustle kept the damage minimal, but his lack of finishing touch compared to recent outings stalled the offense.

Shooting
FG 4/10 (40.0%)
3PT 0/3 (0.0%)
FT 2/2 (100.0%)
Advanced
TS% 46.0%
USG% 19.0%
Net Rtg +28.3
+/- +15
Impact Breakdown
vs game-average production for 26.4m
Offense +7.7
Hustle +1.6
Defense +3.0
Raw total +12.3
Avg player in 26.4m -13.4
Impact -1.1
How is this calculated?
Defensive Matchups
FGA Against 11
FGM Against 2
Opp FG% 18.2%
STL 0
BLK 0
TO 1
Luke Kennard 20.1m
7
pts
4
reb
2
ast
Impact
-1.7

Usually a reliable floor spacer, an inability to convert open looks tanked his overall value to -1.7. The poor shooting efficiency completely negated his surprisingly positive defensive contributions (+2.2) during his stint.

Shooting
FG 3/9 (33.3%)
3PT 1/3 (33.3%)
FT 0/0
Advanced
TS% 38.9%
USG% 19.6%
Net Rtg -7.1
+/- -1
Impact Breakdown
vs game-average production for 20.1m
Offense +5.3
Hustle +1.0
Defense +2.2
Raw total +8.5
Avg player in 20.1m -10.2
Impact -1.7
How is this calculated?
Defensive Matchups
FGA Against 8
FGM Against 3
Opp FG% 37.5%
STL 1
BLK 0
TO 1
2
pts
3
reb
2
ast
Impact
-0.4

Extremely low volume during a brief rotation stint resulted in a nearly neutral -0.4 impact score. He executed perfectly on his lone offensive touch, but simply didn't log enough floor time to generate meaningful momentum.

Shooting
FG 1/1 (100.0%)
3PT 0/0
FT 0/0
Advanced
TS% 100.0%
USG% 8.0%
Net Rtg -0.5
+/- +2
Impact Breakdown
vs game-average production for 8.5m
Offense +1.1
Hustle +1.9
Defense +0.9
Raw total +3.9
Avg player in 8.5m -4.3
Impact -0.4
How is this calculated?
Defensive Matchups
FGA Against 1
FGM Against 1
Opp FG% 100.0%
STL 1
BLK 0
TO 1