DALLAS (AP) — The Los Angeles Clippers have stretched their NBA first-round series to the limit.
Kawhi Leonard tied his playoff career high with 45 points and the Clippers forced a Game 7 with a 104-97 win at Dallas. Leonard scored eight straight LA points, including back-to-back 3-pointers for a 98-90 lead with 1:41 remaining.
The Clippers trailed for long stretches before going in front for good with six minutes left on a jumper by Paul George, who had 20 points and 13 rebounds.
Reggie Jackson scored 14 of his 25 points in the first quarter to help LA stay close.
Luka Doncic scored 29 points but was just 2 of 9 from 3-point range. Tim Hardaway Jr. had 23 points but missed a 3-pointer and a layup in the closing minutes.
It’s the first postseason series in NBA history with the road team winning the first six games.
Game 7 is Sunday in Los Angeles.
