Harden and Zubac Lead Leonard-Less Clippers to Win Over Doncic and Mavs in Playoff Opener
Ivica Zubac Sets Playoff Career High with 20 Points
Mavericks Hope to Level Series Against Defiant Suns With Paul Foul-Ridden
James Harden and Ivica Zubac led the Los Angeles Clippers to a 118-110 victory over the Dallas Mavericks in the Western Conference first-round playoff opener on Tuesday night.
Harden finished with a team-high 28 points, while Zubac set his playoff career high with 20 points and 17 rebounds. Kawhi Leonard missed the game due to a knee injury.
The Mavericks were led by Luka Doncic, who had 24 points, 12 rebounds, and 8 assists. However, Doncic was hampered by foul trouble and fouled out with 3:40 remaining in the game.
The Clippers led by as many as 17 points in the second half, but the Mavericks rallied to cut the deficit to 100-98 with 5:39 remaining. However, the Clippers responded with a 9-0 run to put the game away.
The Mavericks will now host the Clippers in Game 2 on Thursday night. The Clippers will be looking to take a 2-0 lead in the series, while the Mavericks will be looking to even the series at 1-1.
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