Mavericks Take Game 5, Lead Series 3-2
Luka Dončić's 35-Point Outburst Propels Dallas to Victory
Game Summary:
In a thrilling NBA playoff matchup, the Dallas Mavericks defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 123-93 on April 28, 2024. Luka Dončić led the way for Dallas with a dominant performance, scoring 20 of his 35 points in the second half. He also dished out 10 assists and grabbed 7 rebounds to power the Mavericks to a convincing victory.
Despite trailing by 10 points at halftime, the Clippers fought back in the third quarter and closed the gap to just five points. However, Dončić took over in the fourth quarter, scoring 10 points and setting up several key baskets for his teammates. In the end, the Mavericks' superior shooting and ball movement proved too much for the Clippers.
The Mavericks now hold a 3-2 lead in the series and will host Game 6 on Friday night in Dallas. The Clippers will need to find a way to contain Dončić and improve their overall shooting if they want to extend the series to a decisive Game 7.
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