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The LA Clippers and Golden State Warriors met for the fourth and final time this season on Wednesday. LA, which held a 2-1 series lead, hoped to capture the head-to-head battle with a win on the Dubs' home court. Getting the job done would be quite tough as the Clippers were without Kawhi Leonard who had been rested.
Steph Curry and rookie Brandin Podziemski came out firing, helping the Warriors to a 30-23 first-quarter lead. Jonathan Kuminga's two-way impact also bothered the Clippers in the game.
LA struggled out of the gates without "The Claw." However, coach Ty Lue got balanced contributions from the roster led by James Harden's 13 points to keep them within striking distance of their opponents.
Russell Westbrook and Norman Powell gave the Clippers a boost off the bench. LA knew it had to play much better in the second half to prevent the Warriors from running away. Golden State's 59-52 halftime lead could balloon if they fail to step up.
The second half was a slugfest between the LA Clippers and Golden State Warriors. Steph Curry, who had the hot hand, gave the Warriors a slim 38-34 third-quarter edge. Paul George came alive and allowed the Clippers to go toe-to-toe with the home team.
The final period was when the Clippers finally got all cylinders going. Amir Coffey and Ivica Zubac joined the fray to give LA added boost. Without Kawhi Leonard, the Clippers eked out a 130-125 decision over Steph Curry and the Warriors.
LA Clippers vs Golden State Warriors game player stats
LA Clippers game player stats
Six Clippers scored in double figures led by James Harden's 26. Paul George didn't shoot well from deep but added 24 points, some of which came during the crucial stages in the game.
Norman Powell and Russell Westbrook combined for 36 points, seven rebounds and six assists.
Here are the Clippers' game player stats:
Golden State Warriors game player stats
Steph Curry exploded for 41 points on 15-for-31 shooting, including 9-for-19 from deep. Rookie Brandin Podziemski also had a stellar game for the Warriors, finishing with 25. He hit all five of his three-point attempts on added eight assists and seven rebounds.
Here are the Warriors' game player stats:
LA Clippers vs Golden State Warriors game player ratings
LA Clippers game player ratings
Five of Ty Lue's players earned postive net ratings in the close win against the Warriors. Big man Ivica Zubac paced everyone with a +19.2 advanced rating.
James Harden, Norman Powell and Russell Westbrook each had +13.6
Here are the Clippers' game advanced player ratings:
Golden State Warriors game player ratings
Steve Kerr had six of his players earning negative net ratings led by Draymond Green's -20.3 among the starters.
Here are the Warriors' game advanced player ratings:
