West First Round Clippers 4 vs. Mavericks 2: Resurgent Dallas Takes Control
Mavericks Storm Back to Even Series
The Dallas Mavericks have roared back into contention in their first-round Western Conference playoff series against the Los Angeles Clippers, taking Game 2 at home by a score of 127-114.
Doncic Dominates Again
Luka Doncic continued his stellar playoff run, leading the Mavericks with 39 points, 11 rebounds, and 7 assists. The Slovenian superstar has now scored 30 or more points in all six of his playoff games this season.
Dorian Finishes Strong
Supporting Doncic was Dorian Finney-Smith, who added 23 points on an efficient 9-of-15 shooting. Finney-Smith's contributions were crucial in providing the Mavericks with much-needed scoring depth.
Clippers' Offense Stalls
The Clippers, who won Game 1, struggled offensively in Game 2. Kawhi Leonard was held to just 13 points on 5-of-16 shooting, while Paul George managed only 21 points on 7-of-19 shooting. The Clippers' offense has now failed to reach 100 points in both of their playoff games.
Mavs Win Inside
Dallas also dominated the paint, outscoring the Clippers by 60-36. Maxi Kleber and Dwight Powell combined for 22 points and 19 rebounds, while the Mavericks' bench provided valuable contributions with 35 points.
Series Momentum Shifts
With the series tied 1-1, momentum has shifted in favor of the Mavericks. Doncic is playing at an elite level, and the team is finding ways to score from all over the court. The Clippers, on the other hand, must find solutions to their offensive struggles and limit Doncic's impact.
Game 3
Game 3 of the series will take place in Los Angeles on Thursday, April 20 at 9:00 pm CDT. The Clippers will look to regain home-court advantage, while the Mavericks aim to take a commanding lead.
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