Brook Lopez amassed 20 points (8-of-11 FGs, 2-of-5 FTs), eight rebounds, one assist, two blocks and two three-pointers in Wednesday’s loss to the Heat.

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While Isaiah Jackson (six points, six rebounds, three assists, three steals, and one block in 28 minutes) earned the starting center role, his limited offensive skill set means Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue will continue to factor Lopez into his plans. Against the Lakers, the 7-foot-1 backup scored 15 points on 6-of-6 shooting in the first half on Friday. Lopez’s production tailed off after halftime, but his final line reminded everyone what he can do, even in a backup role.