Clippers lead Hornets 31-23 after one quarter; Matt Barnes out with calf injury

Blake Griffin

Blake Griffin had 10 points in the first quarter at Charlotte/Photo courtesy of Los Angeles Clippers, NBA.com

 

The Clippers (7-5) are looking good at Charlotte, leading the Hornets 31-23 after one quarter Monday.

Blake Griffin is leading the way for Los Angeles with 10 points. Chris Paul and Jamal Crawford have scored six points apiece.

The Clippers shot 52 percent in the quarter.

Charlotte (4-10) got six points from Al Jefferson.

The Clippers are playing without small forward Matt Barnes, out with a calf injury. Reggie Bullock started in his place.