In last night's NBA playoffs, the Mavericks played against the Clippers at home, and they really played the game well, winning the opponent by 11 points.
The first thing to mention is Doncic, this guy really didn't cover, he scored 22 points in the game, plus 10 rebounds and 9 assists, and almost staged a big triple-double. Don't look at his shooting is not so glamorous, but at the critical moment, the defense is like a wall in front of the opponent, not giving the opponent any chance.
Then there was Irving, who went straight to the second half and contributed 21 points throughout the game. Especially in the fourth quarter, when the team needed points the most, his key shots were simply a lifesaver and helped the team stabilize the situation. With him, Doncic's burden has been significantly lightened a lot.
Then let's talk about PJ, this guy is really a fighter in obscurity. He finished the game with 10 points, five rebounds and three steals. When he was on the court, the Clippers' offense was not smooth, and the plus/minus was as high as +23, the highest on the team.
The last hero is none other than Gafford, although he doesn't play much time, but this buddy's defense is really iron-blooded! 8 points, 4 rebounds and 3 blocks, this data looks inconspicuous, but his defense simply makes the opponent have no way, completely blocking the inside line, blocking the water.
After talking about these heroes, we have to mention George, the core of the Clippers. Before the game, he swore that he would lead the team to win this game, but the result was only 7 points, plus 5 rebounds and 5 assists, which was a bit disappointing. Not only did the shooting feel as cold as an ice cellar, but the decisiveness at critical moments was also seriously lacking. Compared to Doncic and Irving's fiery performances, George's side is much more deserted.
After this game, the pressure on the Clippers is huge, and they must do something in the next G4, otherwise they will really go home to Hawaii. And the Mavericks, as long as they maintain such momentum and condition, it is not impossible to go further. It wasn't just a win, it was a big win of strategy and mentality, and it was a complete demonstration of the Mavericks' deep heritage and the outstanding performance of the players.
Looking at the Mavericks' appearance of winning a big victory, if the Clippers can't find a way to deal with it in the next game, the road to the playoffs will really come to an end. Mavericks fans must be happy at the moment, for them, such a victory is not only a numerical advantage, but also a kind of anticipation and hope for the future.
In conclusion, the game is full of story and drama, with everything from the big reversal to individual heroism. It was a perfect night for the Mavericks, and a heavy blow for the Clippers. But that's basketball, isn't it? There are always winners and losers. I only hope that in the next games, the two sides can bring more exciting matchups and bring us more exciting basketball nights!