LA Clippers News: Harden and Zubac Lead Charge in Playoff Debut
Harden Scores 28, Zubac Sets Playoff Career High in Clippers' Win
The LA Clippers made a statement in their playoff debut on Sunday, with James Harden and Ivica Zubac leading the charge. Harden, playing in his first playoff game for the Clippers, scored 28 points, while Zubac set a playoff career high with 20 points.
The Clippers raced out to a 15-point lead in the first quarter and never looked back, eventually winning the game 118-98. Kawhi Leonard, who missed the first two games of the series with an injury, made his return and scored 18 points.
The Clippers will now face the Denver Nuggets in the second round of the playoffs. The Nuggets, who are the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference, will be a tough test for the Clippers, but Harden and Zubac will be key if the Clippers want to advance to the Western Conference Finals.
Top Storylines for Clippers-Nuggets Series
- Can Harden and Zubac continue to lead the Clippers' offense?
- Will Leonard be fully healthy and back to his dominant self?
- Can the Clippers slow down Nikola Jokic, the reigning NBA MVP?
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