In a high-stakes postseason opener, Kyrie Irving showcased his scoring prowess for the Dallas Mavericks, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Los Angeles Clippers’ collective effort, as they secured a 109-97 victory.
Despite the remarkable combined effort of Irving and Luka Doncic, who contributed 64 points for the Mavericks, the Clippers displayed a balanced scoring attack led by James Harden’s 28 points and eight assists.
For Irving, the matchup against his former coach, Tyronn Lue, added an extra layer of intrigue, as the two share a history of success together, including winning a championship with the Cleveland Cavaliers.
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