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Warriors' Play-In win showcases Draymond Green and Steph Curry.
Summary
The Warriors beat the Clippers 126-121 in a Play-In game; Draymond Green made a late defensive steal and Stephen Curry scored 35 points (27 in the second half), and the win sends Golden State to Phoenix on Friday with playoff implications.
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The Warriors defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 126-121 in a Play-In Tournament game in Inglewood. Draymond Green guarded Kawhi Leonard for much of the night and made a crucial late steal that helped end the Clippers' chance to extend the season. Stephen Curry scored 35 points, including 27 in the second half, and Al Horford contributed with a series of 3-pointers during a key run. Golden State earned a road date in Phoenix on Friday with a playoff series against Oklahoma City on the line.
Game details:
- Final score: Warriors 126, Clippers 121, played at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood.
- Stephen Curry scored 35 points, with 27 coming in the second half.
- Draymond Green made a late defensive play, diving for a loose ball and initiating the play that sealed the game.
- Kawhi Leonard finished with 21 points on 17 shots and five turnovers, and was limited in the second half.
- Green played while managing illness that required a nebulizer and a chest X-ray before the game.
Summary:
The win keeps Golden State's season alive and sends the team to Phoenix on Friday with a playoff series against Oklahoma City at stake. The game highlighted veteran contributions on both ends of the court and a late defensive play that secured the victory.
