Mavericks Dominate Clippers in Game 5 with Record-Breaking Triple-Double
Lopsided Margin Extends to Decisive Win
The Dallas Mavericks continued their dominance over the LA Clippers in the Western Conference semifinals, securing a decisive 123-93 victory in Game 5 on Wednesday. The lopsided margin, which stood at 30 points at the end of the game, marked the Mavericks' sixth consecutive win over the Clippers by a 30-point margin.
Record-Breaking Performance
Leading the Mavericks' charge was Luka Dončić, who put up a historic triple-double: 30 points, 20 rebounds, and 10 assists. This performance marked the first time in NBA history that a player recorded a triple-double with at least 30 points and 20 rebounds in six consecutive games.
Dončić's triple-double also extended his NBA record for assists per game in the playoffs to 98. He is also averaging 339 points per game, which currently ranks first in the league.
Key Stats
In addition to Dončić's record-breaking performance, the Mavericks boast impressive team stats:
- Assists per game: 2nd in the NBA (92)
- Rebounds per game: 15th in the NBA (339)
- Points per game: 1st in the NBA (123)
Looking Ahead
With their dominant performance in Game 5, the Mavericks take a commanding 3-2 lead in the series. Game 6 will be played in Los Angeles on Friday, May 12, and a Mavericks win would send them to the Western Conference Finals.
Stay tuned for more updates on the Mavs' playoff run and follow the official NBA schedule, roster, and standings at dallasmavericks.com.
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