Clippers Fall to Mavericks in Game 5, Face Elimination

Lopsided Loss Highlights Home-Court Advantage

The Dallas Mavericks took a commanding 3-2 lead in their Western Conference semifinal series against the Los Angeles Clippers with a decisive 123-93 victory in Game 5 on Wednesday.

Mavs Dominate from Start to Finish

The Mavericks seized control of the game early and never looked back, establishing a double-digit lead by the end of the first quarter and extending it to 30 points by halftime. The Clippers struggled to find their rhythm offensively and were outplayed on both ends of the court.

Luka Dončić led the way for the Mavericks with 30 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists. Kyrie Irving added 24 points, while Tim Hardaway Jr. and Spencer Dinwiddie chipped in with 17 and 15 points, respectively.

The Clippers were led by Paul George's 20 points, but the All-Star forward shot just 7-of-21 from the field. Kawhi Leonard was held to 13 points on 5-of-14 shooting.

Clippers Face Elimination in Game 6

The loss leaves the Clippers on the brink of elimination as the series shifts back to Los Angeles for Game 6 on Friday.

The Clippers must win Game 6 to extend the series to a Game 7, which would be played in Dallas on Sunday. If they lose, the Mavericks will advance to the Western Conference Finals.