Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 3
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
122
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Los Angeles LakersLakers
117
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 25 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 14 | 122 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 32 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 9 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Clippers squeaked past the Lakers 122-117 in overtime. The Lakers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Clippers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Clippers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Clippers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Clippers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Clippers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.