Clipper Sam Cassell is squeezed by Eddy Curry and Antonio Davis of the New York Knicks. (Gary Friedman / LAT)
Chris Kaman of the L.A. Clippers blocks a shot by Eddy Curry of the New York Knicks late in 4th quarter. (Gary Friedman / LAT)
Cuttino Mobley makes a big basket late in 4th quarter to give the Clippers a 77-71 lead over the New York Knicks. (Gary Friedman / LAT)
Stephon Marbury of the New York Knicks attempts a shot past James Singleton (#15) of Los Angeles Clippers. (Gary Friedman / LAT)
New York Knicks’ Eddie Curry, right, slams against Los Angeles Clippers Elton Brand during the third quarter of the game. (Kevork Djansezian / AP)
Elton Brand of Los Angeles Clippers closely guards Eddy Curry of the New York Knicks during first half action at Staples Center. (Gary Friedman / LAT)
Cuttino Mobley gets a hug from Sam Cassell near the end of the Clipper-Knick game which Clippers eventually won. (Gary Friedman / LAT)
