2024 NBA Playoffs: Mavericks Take 2-1 Lead Over Clippers

Game 3 Recap

The Dallas Mavericks took a 2-1 series lead on the Los Angeles Clippers in the 2024 NBA Playoffs with a 101-90 victory in Game 3 on Tuesday night. Luka Dončić led the Mavs with 26 points and 11 rebounds, while Kyrie Irving added 22 points.

Kawhi Leonard led the Clippers with 24 points, but he was held to just 4-of-15 shooting from the field. Paul George added 18 points for the Clippers, but he also struggled, shooting just 5-of-17 from the field.

Mavs Dominate Fourth Quarter

The Mavericks started the fourth quarter with a 9-0 run to take control of the game. Dončić scored five points during the run, and Irving added four.

The Clippers never recovered from that run, and the Mavericks cruised to a 101-90 victory. The win gives the Mavericks a 2-1 lead in the series, and they will host Game 4 on Thursday night.

Conclusion

The Mavericks are now in a good position to win the series. They have home-court advantage, and they have the momentum after winning Game 3. The Clippers will need to make some adjustments if they want to avoid falling behind 3-1 in the series.