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For those who think this was the worst shooting performance by the Clippers’ Baron Davis this season, think again. Davis, who went 1 for 10 from the field against Minnesota on Monday night, had a similar dud, in terms of numbers in the season opener, going 1 for 10 against the Lakers.

His shooting woes, for once, did not cost the Clippers, who defeated the Timberwolves, 91-87. This, most definitely, would not have been the case last season in which the drop-off in terms of backup point guards was way more dramatic. Davis was limited to 8:48 in the second half and eventually scored in the final seconds.

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Finally, the Clippers have a credible second option when Davis is having a truly horrible shooting night.

There was Sebastian Telfair, the former Timberwolf, who stepped up with a season-high 17 points and no turnovers.

‘It means a lot,’ Telfair said. ‘I was traded for them to go get some new guards. I wanted to show them I could play. I don’t want to say anybody made a mistake ... those guys are great players. I’m confident enough to know I’m just as good as those guys.’

Clippers Coach Mike Dunleavy pulled Davis out of the game with 8:40 remaining in the third quarter, a couple of minutes after yet another turnover, and he didn’t return until 7:14 was left in the fourth.

‘I think, for the most part, coach has been very fair,’ Telfair said. ‘Sometimes I disagree when I come out. But I think he’s been pretty fair when I’ve had it going. And when I don’t, he’ll pull me fast. A little faster than I would like. But it happens sometimes.’

-- Lisa Dillman

defends during the Clippers’ 91-87 victory Monday. Credit: Jeff Lewis / Associated Press

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