NBA: Darius Garland's 30 points propel Clippers past Kings

GMA Network - Oct 22, 2026

Darius Garland scored 30 points, Brook Lopez added 17 points with 11 rebounds and the Los Angeles Clippers moved on from a tumultuous offseason to earn a 121-96 victory over the visiting Sacramento Kings in the season opener for both teams Wednesday at Inglewood, Calif.

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