The Los Angeles Clippers secured a 126-111 win in a decisive Game 7 over the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday at Staples Center.
Author: Mark Medina, USA TODAY
Clippers beat Mavericks to force Game 7 thanks to Kawhi Leonard’s dominant all-around outing
Kawhi Leonard poured in 45 points while primarily guarding Luka Doncic on the other end as the Clippers forced a decisive Game 7 against the Mavs.
Clippers force Game 7 against Mavericks with Kawhi Leonard masterpiece
Kawhi Leonard scored 45 points on 18-of-25 shooting and took it to Luka Doncic as the Clippers avoided elimination and forced a decisive Game 7.
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Anthony Davis did not always look comfortable as he played through pain in his left leg to lead the Lakers to a 109-95 win over the Suns.
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