The Los Angeles Clippers kept their hopes of advancing in the NBA Playoffs 2025 alive with a 111-105 win over the Denver Nuggets in a thrilling Game 6, tying the series 3-3 and forcing a decisive Game 7 to be played this Saturday in Denver.
The winner of this series will face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference semifinals, who are already qualified after sweeping their playoffs.
Harden resurfaces
James Harden, who had had discreet performances in the two previous games, was the star of the game.
With 28 points, 8 assists and 6 rebounds, he led a Clippers determined not to lose at home.
Kawhi Leonard also shined with 27 points and 10 rebounds, and Norman Powell added 24 points off the bench.
The Intuit Dome, the new home of the Clippers inaugurated this season, experienced its most vibrant day since its opening.
The team from Los Angeles managed to maintain a slight advantage at halftime (59-58), but it was in the third quarter where they made the difference, reaching a 15-point lead.
Denver falls short
The Nuggets, reigning defending champions, fought to the end against the Clippers.
Nikola Jokic scored 25 points with 8 assists, while Jamal Murray contributed 21 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists.
Aaron Gordon and Russell Westbrook, the latter facing his former team, completed an intense game with 19 and 14 points respectively.
The winner of this series will face the Oklahoma City Thunder
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However, mistakes at key moments cost dearly.
With the score 107-101 with two minutes left, Westbrook missed a clear layup that could have brought Denver closer.
On the next play, Nicolas Batum put a decisive block on Westbrook himself, virtually sealing the victory.
Game 7: all or nothing
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With the series tied, Game 7 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting games of the playoffs.
The Clippers, who started the series losing, have managed to come back with a collective effort.
While the Nuggets look to defend their crown at home.
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With big-name players, high-level strategy and heart-stopping finishes.
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