NBA Western Conference: Mavs Take 2-0 Lead over Clippers
Antetokounmpo Dominates, Doncic Neutralizes Leonard
Game Summary
In the 2021 NBA Western Conference First Round, Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Milwaukee Bucks to a dominant 352-132 victory over the Indiana Pacers, while Luka Doncic propelled the Dallas Mavericks to a 106-81 win against the Los Angeles Clippers. Antetokounmpo was unstoppable, recording a staggering 352 points, 132 rebounds, and 50 assists, becoming the first player in NBA history to achieve such a triple-double. The Bucks' offensive explosion was a testament to Antetokounmpo's versatility and dominance on both ends of the court. In Dallas, Doncic delivered another brilliant playoff performance, neutralizing the impact of Kawhi Leonard's 41-point night. Doncic scored 39 points, dished out 8 assists, and grabbed 7 rebounds, leading the Mavericks to a 2-0 lead in the series. The Clippers struggled offensively, shooting only 38.5% from the field and 28.6% from three-point range. Leonard's efforts were not enough to overcome the Mavericks' stifling defense, led by Dorian Finney-Smith and Boban Marjanovic. Game 3 of the Bucks-Pacers series will be played on May 31, while the Clippers and Mavericks will face off again on June 2. The series between the Bucks and Pacers is effectively over, while the Clippers will need to rally to avoid elimination against the Mavericks.
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