The Clippers played a great game on home without Kawhi Leonard, winning 109-97 over the Dallas Mavericks. In this game, it doesn't matter whether Kecwai is on the court or not, because James Harden showed his unrivaled attack power, just like a commander on the court, rushing left and right, making the opponent unguardable!
You may want to ask, why is Harden so energetic? This guy obviously feels that he has to carry a few more points when Xiaoka is not there. No, I'll give you 28 points and 8 assists in the first quarter, which sounds like a shake in the calves, and it feels hot like popcorn in a frying pan. Without Kawai's Clippers, Harden is the hardest bone, so hard that opponents have to admit it even if they grit their teeth!
And when it comes to Paul George, although the brother didn't start well, but in the crucial fourth quarter, you just see how he gets out of control. The shooting in the first three quarters felt like it was frozen, and it suddenly exploded in the fourth quarter, contributing 11 points, which is like a hero in a movie who always saves the world at the last moment, thrilling but shocking enough.
But you have to know that the real hero of this game may be Ivica Zubachi. Facing the Mavericks' interior giants such as Daniel Gafford and Derrick Liverley, Zubac had 20 points and 15 rebounds, and the rebounds were like robbing a bank. Coach Tyronn Lue saw that he was so powerful, and the first ball was designed for him, and sure enough, his performance made his opponent cry and cry Mom.
Let's talk about the details of the game, Harden's performance is by no means just statistically impressive. In the first half, his four three-pointers were like having a navigation system, with precise strikes and assists. Just before the end of the first quarter, this wave of offense directly helped the Clippers open up the point gap and put the Mavericks in a bitter battle.
This game also illustrates the depth and preparation of the Clippers from the side. It's not that they can't do it because they don't have Kowai, on the contrary, this time is more of a test of the overall strength of the team and the tactical layout of the coach. Didn't Paul George say after the game, everyone in the team can play and play, isn't this the sign of a strong team?
The Clippers' game is the type that makes you want to watch it again, especially this victory, which gave them countless confidences. You see, even the past midday game was their weakness, but this time they can start so smoothly, doesn't it just show their progress? And they are ready, whether or not Kawai can return in time, this state, this kind of team tacit understanding, is enough for them to continue to hold their positions in the next games.
In short, this game is not just a victory for the Clippers, but more like a declaration from them: even without a big man, we are still not to be underestimated. And Harden's words may also show the confidence that the Clippers can win this time - even if it is just "playing a lone ranger", with him, the Clippers are confident to win every battle. This is not only a contest of skills, but also a contest of will, the Clippers are ready for all aspects, just waiting for Kehuai to return, and launch an impact on the final victory!