LOS ANGELES: Paul George led a remarkable comeback Sunday as the Los Angeles Clippers overturned a 26-point deficit to defeat the Cleveland Cavaliers 120-118 in the NBA.
George erupted for 23 points in a fourth quarter charge, including the go-ahead shot with seven seconds remaining and then made a crucial block to preserve the Clippers ' lead just before the buzzer.It was the final act of an incredible individual display by George who finished with 39 points, 11 rebounds and seven assists and who was a perfect 16-of-16 from the free throw line.James Harden added 22 points while Ivica Zubac, Terance Mann and Norman Powell all had 14 points apiece.
No one caved'The defeat ensured Houston's elimination from postseason contention.'It's just about the trust and understanding that we have each other's back,' Jason Kidd said of the Mavericks' never-say-die approach.'No matter what's happening, there's an understanding that we're playing for one another. Houston gave us their best shot, we took it and found a way to win.
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