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In a nail-biting encounter, the Los Angeles Clippers edged out the Indiana Pacers 114-113, thanks to a clutch basket from Kawhi Leonard in the dying seconds.
The Pacers seized control early, dominating the first quarter and closing it with a commanding 42-21 lead.
However, the Clippers intensified their efforts, managing to cut the deficit to ten points (50-60) by halftime.
The second half saw the game transform into a true derby, with the Clippers continuing their comeback and narrowing the gap to just two points (86-88).
The fourth quarter was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading blows. The Pacers managed to establish a slim five-point lead (108-113) with just a minute left on the clock. But the Clippers' star power shone through; a decisive 6-0 run, capped by a legendary buzzer-beater from Kawhi Leonard, completed a monumental comeback, securing a 114-113 victory.
The undisputed hero for the Clippers was Kawhi Leonard, who not only scored 28 points but also delivered the game-winning shot.
For the Pacers, Aaron Nesmith led all scorers with 26 points and added 7 rebounds.
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