LA Clippers closed the gap against Utah in the Western Conference First Round 1-2, as Utah came up short today in a 82-73 game. "That was a really tough game to lose," said Utah coach Coach Young after the game. "We came in thinking we could beat these guys. And we really played them well. But a few too many mistakes on our part kept us from getting the 'W'." One player who definitely can't be too downcast is Robinson, whose outstanding game was one of the bright points for Utah and caused some other teams to take notice.

LA Clippers was led by Brown (24 points, 17 boards, 0 assists, 3 blocks), Patrick (26 points, 0 assists), Reese (16 points). Utah was led by Robinson (25 points, 6 boards, 1 assists, a steal), Jones (12 points), Perkins (9 points).

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