Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 1
Dallas MavericksMavs
133
away
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
127
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 26 | 42 | 31 | 34 | 133 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 36 | 34 | 28 | 29 | 127 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks shocked the Clippers 133-127. The breakneck pace played right into Mavericks' hands. The Mavericks answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Clippers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Clippers · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.