Warriors Stun Clippers with Thrilling Comeback Victory
The Golden State Warriors pulled off a stunning comeback against the Los Angeles Clippers, winning 126-121 in the NBA play-in tournament. Stephen Curry led the charge, scoring 27 of his 35 points in the second half. Al Horford hit four 3-pointers in the fourth quarter, including one that put the Warriors up 117-115 with 2:12 left. The Clippers had led by 13 points in the fourth quarter, but the Warriors finished on a 16-6 run to secure the win. Kawhi Leonard scored 21 points for the Clippers, while Bennedict Mathurin led Los Angeles with 23 points. The Warriors will now face Phoenix on Friday, with the winner advancing to face Oklahoma City in the first round. In another game, the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Orlando Magic 109-97 to secure the No. 7 seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs. Tyrese Maxey scored 31 points, and V.J. Edgecombe added 19 points and 11 rebounds. The 76ers will face Boston in the first round, while the Magic will host Charlotte on Friday night, with the winner earning the No. 8 seed in the East.