The Clippers (2-0) were led by Patrick Baldwin Jr., who tallied 22 points, 13 rebounds and three steals. Cam Christie compiled 21 points, three rebounds and three assists. Jordan Miller had 21 points and three assists, while Trentyn Flowers led the bench with 15 points, four rebounds and two steals.

Jackson (Michigan State) is now under contract through 2029-30, after renegotiating the final year of his current deal and getting a raise to $33 million for the coming season. The extension kicks in in 2026-27, starting with a salary of $46.2 million.

It’s not uncommon nor unexpected for teams to shut down top picks or NBA rotation players who are on summer rosters early.