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Paul George’s Clutch 3-pointer Seals Thrilling 113-112 Victory for Clippers over Warriors, Securing First Lead of the Game with 9 Seconds Left

Basketball — 12/04/2023

In a tҺrilling matchup, the Los Angeles Clippers secured a narrow 113-112 victory over the Golden State Warriors, despite trailing for only 9.2 seconds. The turning point came when Paul George sank a stepback 3-pointer, marking the Clippers’ first lead and sealing the hard-fought win. George led the Clippers with an impressive performance, contributing 25 points, six rebounds, and six assists. James Harden added 21 points, and Kawhi Leonard chipped in with 20, breаking a streak of three losses in five games for the Clippers.

Clippers edge Warriors 113-112 on George's 3-pointer with 9 seconds remaining for 1st lead of game - The San Diego Union-Tribune

Clippers coach Tyronn Lue praised the team’s resilience, describing the win as “gutsy” and emphasizing the importance of such victories. On the Warriors’ side, Stephen Curry, in his 900th NBA game, led with 22 points and 11 assists. Draymond Green had a notable game with 21 points and nine rebounds, while Moses Moody contributed 21 points, sinking 9 of 10 free throws.

Clippers edge Warriors 113-112 on George's 3-pointer with 9 seconds remaining for 1st lead of game – Winnipeg Free Press

The game showcased the Warriors’ three-point prowess, making 17 shots from beyond the arc, including four each from Green, Curry, and Klay Thompson. However, the Warriors couldn’t secure the win as they saw a significant lead slip away for the second time in the week, echoing a trend that Coach Steve Kerr found frustrating.

Despite leading 111-106 with 1:22 remaining, the Warriors couldn’t close out the game, allowing the Clippers to stage a comeback. The Clippers’ reve𝚗ge came after a 120-114 loss to the Warriors two days earlier in San Francisco.

In the third quarter, the Clippers, fueled by Harden’s 15 points, rallied from a 22-point deficit to get within two. However, Thompson’s timely baskets kept the Warriors ahead 92-85 entering the final quarter.

Golden State Warriors vs LA Clippers Mar 15, 2023 Game Summary | NBA.com

The Warriors had initially set the оffensive tone, with Green making a career-high four 3-pointers in the first quarter. Golden State’s lead extended to 17 points in the second quarter, but the Clippers managed to cut the deficit to nine.

The victory was crucial for the Clippers, who are striving for consistency, and Leonard emphasized the need to stay confident and motivated. Meanwhile, the Warriors will need to address their late-game vulnerabilities to maintain a strong standing in the competitive NBA season.