OCEANSIDE -- TyTy Washington Jr. delivered a standout performance in the San Diego Clippers ' return home, pouring in 39 points to lead the team past the Rip City Remix as the club begins its final push toward the end of the G League regular season. San Diego now stands with a record of 14-15.
The win came during a period of transition for the Clippers , who have seen significant roster turnover in recent weeks. With new players joining the lineup and chemistry still developing, Washington said his focus was on setting the tone early and helping the team establish rhythm on both ends of the floor. "It feels good, and it feels even better that we got the win," Washington said after the game. "I haven't been down here in a little bit, and when I came back it was a whole new roster. I felt like I needed to come out aggressive from start to finish and make winning plays on both ends of the floor. That was the biggest thing — just being consistent and making winning plays."
The nature of the G League means rosters are constantly evolving, with players moving between NBA teams, international leagues and developmental opportunities. For Washington, who has already spent time in both the NBA and the G League, that experience has positioned him as a steady voice for teammates still adjusting to new systems and environments. As the Clippers work to integrate several new players during the closing weeks of the season, Washington said he has embraced the responsibility of helping teammates feel comfortable as quickly as possible.
"It's huge," Washington said of providing consistency within the group. "I've experienced both the NBA and the G League, so when guys come in they might be coming from overseas or different situations. I just try to get them acclimated as fast as possible and let them know that at the end of the day it's still basketball."
Washington's offensive production was also fueled by strong chemistry with teammate Zach Freemantle , as the pair combined for 71 points in the victory. Their connection on the court has developed over the course of the season, particularly in two-man actions that have become a reliable source of offense for the Clippers. Washington said the trust between the two guards has grown naturally through repetition and confidence in each other's decision-making.
"Me and him always have a little two-man game," Washington said. "From the beginning of the season until now, the trust has been there. He trusts me to make the right play and I trust him to make the right play. One thing about him — if he makes three or four shots in a row, he gets it going. When that happens, we can be a pretty deadly combo together."
On the defensive end, the Clippers also had to contend with Rip City's (and Portland 's first-round draft pick) center Yang Hansen , who showcased his offensive versatility throughout the night. The Clippers' strategy focused on limiting his playmaking ability, even if it meant allowing him to take more shots himself. Washington acknowledged the challenge Hansen presented, but emphasized that the team's overall effort was enough to secure the win.
"We tried to make him a scorer," Washington said. "He's a really talented young player and an extremely good passer. We wanted to limit his playmaking and make him take shots. He went out there and did what he did tonight, but at the end of the day we still got the job done."
With only a handful of games remaining on the schedule, Washington said the team's message heading into the final stretch is simple: stay focused on the present and continue competing every night. Despite the roster changes and the late-season adjustments, he believes the Clippers can continue building momentum if they remain locked in on playing together and executing the right way.
"Stay where your feet are," Washington said. "We've got seven or eight games left. Just go out there, play hard, play together, and play for each other. Continue to play basketball the right way because you never know who's watching. Our biggest thing is just going out there and competing every single night."
