Powell was in a slump: 0 of 5 shots in the first half, only 3 points from free throws

On January 3 , the Los Angeles Clippers led the Oklahoma City Thunder 52-48 at halftime. However, the team's key scorer Norman Powell 's performance was far from ideal. At the end of the half, he missed all five shots, only got 3 points from free throws , and made 3 turnovers .

Powell played a total of 16 minutes in the first half, and his performance on the offensive end was sluggish. He missed all five attempts in the running game, including a three-pointer. As a player known for his stable scoring ability, Powell's cold touch undoubtedly had a certain impact on the Clippers' offensive fluency.

However, Powell made some contributions from the free throw line, barely contributing 3 points to the team with 3 free throws. This also shows that his aggressiveness is still online, but his control in the running game is obviously insufficient.

In addition to his inaccurate shooting, Powell's ball control was also not stable enough. He made three turnovers in the first half, which had an adverse effect on the team's rhythm. As an experienced player, Powell needs to adjust himself better and provide stable support for the team at critical moments.

Despite Powell's poor shooting, the Clippers' overall performance was relatively stable. Thanks to the team's efforts, they led the Thunder by 4 points at halftime. The other players of the Clippers blossomed in multiple places on the offensive end, making up for Powell's poor form. This also provided Powell with more space and opportunities to adjust in the second half.

Powell 's performance is crucial to the Clippers' overall offense and defense. As the main scoring point on the bench, he needs to get rid of the slump in the first half as soon as possible. In the next game, he can try to gradually regain his touch through simpler offensive options, such as breakthroughs or close-range shots. At the same time, he also needs to be more cautious in ball control to avoid putting the team in a passive position due to mistakes.

Although Powell's performance in the first half was not satisfactory, the game was not over yet, and he still had time to adjust in the second half. As an experienced veteran , he has the ability to adjust quickly. In the next game, his performance will directly affect the final victory of the Clippers.

For the Clippers, Powell's recovery will give the team a greater advantage in the game. If he can find his rhythm and reduce mistakes in the second half, the Clippers are expected to win the game smoothly. Fans also expect him to stand up at critical moments and help the team achieve good results with stable performance.