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The Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Dallas Mavericks 138–131 on March 21 at the American Airlines Center, surpassing the Vegas total of 233.5 points with a balanced offensive attack. Darius Garland led the Clippers with 41 points while Kawhi Leonard added 34, powering Los Angeles to a dominant 56.7% field-goal percentage and a team-high 21 three-pointers made. Dallas countered with N. Marshall's 28 points and P. Washington's 21, but the Mavericks shot just 47.1% from the field and made only 13 three-pointers despite 25 assists. The Clippers' third quarter proved decisive, outscoring Dallas 37–27 in that frame to seize control; their defensive rating of 121.6 held the Mavericks' offensive rating to 121.6, while their own 134.1 offensive rating showcased their efficiency. Los Angeles also dominated the glass defensively with 10 blocks and 8 steals compared to Dallas's 6 blocks and 5 steals. The road victory keeps the Clippers firmly in contention as both teams jockey for playoff positioning.
