The LA Clippers bounced back from a narrow overtime loss in Game 1 against the Denver Nuggets with a 105-102 win in Game 2, evening the series and stealing home-court advantage. Kawhi Leonard led the charge with 39 points, bouncing back from a shaky performance in the first game. The Clippers needed to avoid going down 2-0 in a closely matched first-round series, and Leonard’s stellar performance helped secure the win. Clippers beat writer Law Murray discussed Leonard’s impact, Ivica Zubac’s defense against Nikola Jokic, and what to expect in Game 3 on “The Athletic NBA Daily” podcast. The series is tied as the teams head back to Los Angeles for the next game. Fans can watch the full episode of “NBA Daily” on YouTube or listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. The game was a thrilling back-and-forth battle, highlighting the competitive nature of the series. With both teams evenly matched, Game 3 promises to be another exciting showdown as the Clippers look to maintain their momentum and take a series lead. Stay tuned for more updates on this intense playoff matchup.
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