Clippers defeat the Kodiaks and clinch championship spot

February 24, 2024 - The Clippers beat the Kodiaks in a nail-biting game that takes them to championships.

The first quarter set the tone for the intense battle to come, as the Kodiaks jumped out to an early lead only to see the Clippers storm back, led by the scoring prowess of #23 Asia Wells. However, the Kodiaks rallied behind the stellar performance of #8 Tylee Perry, managing to tie the score by the end of the quarter, but the Clippers held a slight edge, leading 23-21.

In the second quarter, the Clippers maintained their momentum, with #13 draining three consecutive three-pointers to keep the pressure on the Kodiaks. Yet, the Kodiaks refused to back down, with #8 Tylee Perry leading the charge once again, hitting key shots to give her team a 45-39 lead at halftime.

The third quarter saw both teams trading blows, with the Kodiaks' #9 Courtney Deemter electrifying the crowd with a breakaway layup to maintain her team's lead. However, the Clippers fought back relentlessly, fueled by #6's sharpshooting from beyond the arc. In the closing minutes, the Clippers surged ahead, ending the quarter with a narrow 57-54 lead.

As the tension reached its peak in the fourth quarter, the Kodiaks mounted a valiant comeback effort, briefly tying the score thanks to a breakaway from #11. However, the Clippers responded swiftly, reclaiming the lead and refusing to relinquish it for the remainder of the game. Despite a spirited effort from the Kodiaks, the Clippers emerged victorious with a final score of 70-65, securing their spot in the championships and ending the Kodiaks' playoff run.

Players of the Game |

Clippers |#23 Asia Wells 

Kodiaks |#8 Tylee Perry