On May 4, the battle of the NBA playoffs became more and more intense, and that night, the battle of the Mavericks on Tianwang Mountain seemed to indicate that their victory horn had been sounded. However, the Clippers are not giving up easily, and they are clutching the score and eager to continue the suspense in G6. However, in Leonard's absence, can the Clippers fight back? Can Harden, the former scorer, step up in crunch time?
At the beginning of the game, the Mavericks descended like a tiger, quickly building up a lead with excellent coordination and accurate shooting. The Clippers, led by George and Westbrook, are trying to catch up. However, in the crucial third quarter, Irving ushered in a personal outburst, not only attacking sharply, but also frequently taunting Harden, questioning his defense and fighting spirit. Harden, the former MVP, was a surprise in this game. He seems to have lost himself, playing frequently on the offensive end and looking absent-minded on the defensive end.
As the game progressed, the Clippers' small lineup looked powerless in the face of the Mavericks' big and small tactics. Doncic, with the advantage of height and strength, scored easily again and again, gradually widening the difference. And Harden, the leader with high hopes, failed to lead the team out of the woods. His sluggish performance disappointed the fans.
Now that the Clippers have lost their game, they need to reflect on it in the offseason. And Harden, the former scorer, will also need to prove himself in the future. Will he be able to get his former self back? Will he be able to adjust his form in the offseason and prepare for next season? We don't know. But what we can be sure of is that this game has made both the Clippers and Harden realize their shortcomings.
After watching this game, were you also disappointed with Harden's performance? Do you think he should step up at a critical moment? Do you feel like the Clippers need to make a change in the offseason? Come and leave a message in the comment area and express your opinion! Let's cheer for the Clippers and Harden and look forward to their better performances in the future!