Clippers Secure Play-In Tournament Spot with Victory Over Warriors
Clippers beat the Warriors 115-110 to clinch No. 9 seed and play-in tourney rematch
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The Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Golden State Warriors 115-110, clinching the No. 9 seed for the NBA play-in tournament. Bennedict Mathurin led the Clippers with 20 points, while Stephen Curry scored 24 for the Warriors. The Clippers will host the Warriors again on Wednesday.
- 01Bennedict Mathurin scored 20 points, contributing significantly off the bench.
- 02Stephen Curry led the Warriors with 24 points despite limited playtime.
- 03The Clippers finished the season with a franchise-record 15 consecutive seasons above .500.
- 04The Clippers' bench outscored the Warriors' reserves 71-56.
- 05Kawhi Leonard rested due to injuries, while Draymond Green was sidelined for the Warriors.
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In a crucial matchup, the Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Golden State Warriors 115-110, securing the No. 9 seed in the NBA play-in tournament. Bennedict Mathurin was instrumental off the bench, contributing 20 points, nine rebounds, and eight assists. The Clippers will host the Warriors again on Wednesday after the Warriors finished the season with a 37-45 record. Stephen Curry led the Warriors with 24 points, but his playing time was limited to 29 minutes due to recent injuries. The Clippers, who started the season poorly at 6-21, rallied to maintain their streak of 15 seasons with a winning record, the longest active run in the NBA. The Clippers' bench outperformed the Warriors' reserves, scoring 71 points compared to 56. This victory marks the Clippers' 11th win in their last 12 home games against the Warriors.
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The Clippers' victory boosts local fan morale and sets up an exciting rematch in the play-in tournament.
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