5 Takeaways from Foiled Game 4 Comeback

Harden Steps Up, Dallas Can't Quite Catch Up

Game 4 of the first-round playoff series between the Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Clippers was a thrilling battle that saw the Clippers pull out a 109-97 victory. James Harden led the Clippers' offense, scoring 30 points, while Luka Doncic paced the Mavericks with 26 points.

Doncic Steps Up Down the Stretch

After trailing by 15 points in the third quarter, the Mavericks rallied back to cut the deficit to just five points with just over two minutes remaining. However, Doncic could not convert on a potential game-tying three-pointer, and the Clippers held on for the win.

Game Summary

The Clippers led by just five points at halftime, but they opened up a 15-point lead in the third quarter. The Mavericks rallied back in the fourth quarter, but they could not complete the comeback.

Conclusion

The Clippers now lead the series 3-1, and they are one win away from advancing to the second round. The Mavericks will need to win Game 5 in Dallas on Thursday night to stay alive in the series. This game was a reminder that anything can happen in the playoffs, and the Mavericks will need to be at their best if they want to extend the series.