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Clippers Dominate Mavericks Again, Tie for Sixth in Western Conference

Kawhi Leonard plays back-to-back games for the first time this season, leading the Clippers to a fourth straight win as they push for a top-six playoff spot.

Kawhi Leonard #2 of the LA Clippers drives to the basket on P.J. Washington #25 of the Dallas Mavericks during the first half at Crypto.com Arena on April 23, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
Clippers guard James Harden, right, shoots as Dallas Mavericks forward Kai Jones, left, defends during the first half on Friday night at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard, right, shoots as Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, April 5, 2025, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
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Overview

  • The Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Dallas Mavericks 135-104 on Saturday, marking their fourth consecutive win and tying them with the Timberwolves and Grizzlies for sixth place in the Western Conference at 46-32.
  • Kawhi Leonard played in back-to-back games for the first time this season, scoring 29 points with six rebounds in Saturday's victory, signaling a shift in the team's approach to his availability.
  • Ivica Zubac achieved a perfect shooting night, going 11-for-11 from the field and adding 25 points and 10 rebounds, setting a franchise record for most makes without a miss in a single game.
  • James Harden contributed significantly with a double-double, recording 29 points and 14 assists in the Clippers' dominant performance.
  • The Mavericks, struggling with injuries to key players like Kyrie Irving and Anthony Davis, have now lost three of their last four games, jeopardizing their playoff hopes as they sit in ninth place in the West.