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Leonard's 34 Pts Lead Clippers Past Mavs After Big Lead Fades
8 Apr
Summary
- Kawhi Leonard scored 34 points with six 3-pointers, leading the Clippers.
- Los Angeles blew a 23-point lead but recovered to defeat the Mavericks.
- Cooper Flagg contributed 25 points and nine rebounds for the Mavericks.
Kawhi Leonard was the catalyst for the Los Angeles Clippers, scoring 34 points with six successful 3-pointers in their 116-103 win against the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday night. The Clippers established an early 23-point lead, which included a 17-consecutive-point run to start the game and a 39-26 advantage after the first quarter.
The Mavericks mounted a significant comeback, tying the game at 47-all in the second quarter and even taking a brief lead in the third. However, Leonard's clutch scoring in the final minutes of the third and into the fourth quarter secured the victory for Los Angeles. Rookie Cooper Flagg led the Mavericks with 25 points and nine rebounds, while Marvin Bagley III added 21 points off the bench.
This win marked the Clippers' first against the Mavericks this season. Leonard's performance also continued his streak of 20-point games, with 55 consecutive appearances meeting this mark. His participation in the final three regular-season games is crucial for his eligibility for postseason awards.
