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In a thrilling Game 2 showdown, the Dallas Mavericks secured a crucial 96-93 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers, evening their first-round playoff series. Luka Doncic showcased his prowess with 32 points and nine assists, while Kyrie Irving contributed 23 points to propel the Mavericks to victory. P.J. Washington chipped in with 18 points, leading the Mavericks’ recovery from a Game 1 defeat where they struggled in the first half. Despite the Clippers’ efforts, with James Harden and Paul George each scoring 22 points, they couldn’t capitalize on Kawhi Leonard’s return to the lineup.
Meanwhile, the Indiana Pacers stunned the Milwaukee Bucks with a dominant 125-108 win in Game 2 of their first-round Eastern Conference playoff series. Pascal Siakam delivered a stellar performance with 37 points, 11 rebounds, and six assists, leading the Pacers to even the series. Myles Turner contributed 22 points and played a pivotal role in snapping the Pacers’ 10-game postseason losing streak dating back to 2018. Despite a valiant effort from Damian Lillard, who scored 34 points for the Bucks, and Brook Lopez’s 22-point contribution, Milwaukee faltered without star Giannis Antetokounmpo, who remained sidelined with a calf injury.
In the Western Conference quarterfinals, the Minnesota Timberwolves secured a commanding 105-93 victory over the Phoenix Suns in Game 2. Jaden McDaniels led the Timberwolves’ charge with 25 points on efficient shooting, while Mike Conley and Rudy Gobert added 18 points each. Despite a below-par performance from Anthony Edwards, who finished with 15 points, the Timberwolves managed to seize a 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven series, highlighting their depth and resilience against the top-seeded Suns.
