Today's NBA playoffs Western Conference first round G2 continues, with the Clippers hosting the Mavericks. After missing the first game, Leonard ushered in a comeback today, and the Clippers lost to the Mavericks 93-96. Looking at the data, who is the culprit of today's loss?
Leonard: It's just coming back, but it shouldn't be the way you should be. He shot 7-of-17 from the field, with 15 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists, with a plus/minus of -8
George: It's not easy to maintain this kind of shooting percentage with this defensive intensity. 7-of-14 shooting, 22 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists, plus/minus -5
Harden: The final three-pointer came too late, alas. He finished with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists on 6-of-14 shooting, with a plus/minus of -6
Zubac: Control the foul and don't give Plumlee a chance. 13 points and 12 rebounds on 5-of-12 shooting, plus/minus +4
Mann: Is this the only presence in the whole game?: 2 of 5 shots, 5 points, 2 rebounds and 1 assist, plus/minus -4
Westbrook: It's still so passionate about grabbing rebounds, but it's a pity that I shot iron today. 2-of-9 shooting, 7 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists, plus/minus +8
Powell: You are a stranger to me today. He shot 2-of-10 from the field, with 6 points and 4 rebounds, with a plus/minus of -4
Summary: The main culprit of today's Clippers loss - referee, how did Leonard's obvious hitter 2+1 challenge succeed?