Clippers vs. Warriors

Clippers forward Blake Griffin lets out a yell in frustration during the Christmas Day game against the Warriors.   (Francine Orr / Los Angeles Times)

Clippers center Spencer Hawes, nursing an injured knee, sports holiday-themed attire as he cheers for his teammates against the Warriors on Thursday.  (Danny Moloshok / Associated Press)

Power forwards Blake Griffin (32) of the Clippers and David Lee of the Warriors get tangled battling for position in the first half.   (Francine Orr / Los Angeles Times)

Clippers point guard Chris Paul tries to stop the ball from going out of bounds during the game against the Warriors.   (Francine Orr / Los Angeles Times)

Clippers forward Blake Griffin works in the post against Warriors forward Draymond Green in the first half.   (Danny Moloshok / Associated Press)

Clippers guard Jamal Crawford tries to hold his ground against Warriors forward Harrison Barnes in the first half.   (Danny Moloshok / Associated Press)

Warriors forward Marreese Speights (5) and Clippers forward Blake Griffin battle for rebounding position in the first half.   (Danny Moloshok / Associated Press)

Clippers forward Matt Barnes and guard Jamal Crawford celebrate after a score against the Warriors.   (Paul Buck / EPA)

Clippers guard Jamal Crawford’s shot is challenged by Warriors guard Justin Holiday during a Dec. 25 game at Staples Center.  (Danny Moloshok / Associated Press)

Coach Doc Rivers is all smiles as guard J.J. Redick and the Clippers finish off a 100-86 victory over the Warriors on Christmas at Staples Center.  (Paul Buck / EPA)