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48-Point Performance from Irving Leads Mavericks to Overtime Victory

Updated 4:38 PM PDT April 7, 2024 - DALLAS, AP

In a highly anticipated NBA Western Conference showdown, the Dallas Mavericks emerged victorious over the Los Angeles Clippers in a thrilling overtime battle. Led by Kyrie Irving's season-high 48 points, the Mavericks overcame a resilient Clippers team to secure a crucial victory.

The game featured two high-powered offenses, with both teams boasting numerous All-Star appearances. The Clippers entered the game with a combined 23 All-Star nods, while the Mavericks had amassed 24. Irving's offensive explosion proved too much for the Clippers to handle, as he connected on 19-of-30 field goal attempts and drained six three-pointers.

The Clippers' Marcus Morris Sr. also had a strong performance, scoring 30 points and grabbing 10 rebounds. However, it was Dante Exum's buzzer-beating three-pointer that sent the game into overtime. In the extra period, the Mavericks' defense stepped up, limiting the Clippers to just nine points.

With the win, the Mavericks moved within half a game of the fourth-seeded Clippers in the Western Conference standings. Both teams now have identical records of 27-15 and sit behind the Phoenix Suns and Golden State Warriors in the conference.

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