Overview

• The Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Golden State Warriors 124-119 in overtime, securing the No. 5 seed in the Western Conference playoffs.
• James Harden led the Clippers with 39 points, including key shots in overtime, while Kawhi Leonard added 33 points and Ivica Zubac contributed 22 points and 17 rebounds.
• Stephen Curry scored 36 points for the Warriors but committed critical turnovers in overtime, contributing to Golden State's relegation to the play-in tournament as the No. 7 seed.
• The Warriors will host the No. 8 Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday, with the winner advancing as the seventh seed in the playoffs.
• In contrast to the West's dramatic final day, the Eastern Conference playoff standings were already set, with no changes to seeding before the play-in games begin.