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New starting lineup, same result: Clippers’ losing streak stretches to six games

LOS ANGELES — The coach’s words before tipoff sounded like a rallying cry. His lineup choices led to a changing of the guard. What followed Sunday was a second-half rally that had all the hallmarks of a season-changing moment — until all the early energy devolved into blown opportunities and a sixth consecutive loss. Stuck in neutral and still battling injuries at the schedule’s midway point, ...
On Dec. 30, 2022, Atlanta Hawks head coach Nate McMillan reacts to a play during a game against the Los Angeles Lakers at State Farm Arena in Atlanta.

LOS ANGELES — The coach’s words before tipoff sounded like a rallying cry.

His lineup choices led to a changing of the guard.

What followed Sunday was a second-half rally that had all the hallmarks of a season-changing moment — until all the early energy devolved into blown opportunities and a sixth consecutive loss.

Stuck in neutral and still battling injuries at the schedule’s midway point, with one All-Star wing asking for smarter, faster play and their coach pleading for more consistent defensive performances, the Clippers endured 48 minutes

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