Never miss a moment with the latest news, trending stories and highlights to bring you closer to your favorite players and teams. Download now: https://link.nba.com/NBAYouTube Led by James Harden's 28 points, 8 assists and 6 3pt. FGs, the LA Clippers defeat the Dallas Mavericks in Game 1, 109-97. Paul George (22 points, 6 rebounds, 4 3pt. FGs) and Ivica Zubac (20 points, 15 rebounds) added a combined 42 points in the victory, while Luka Doncic (33 points, 13 rebounds, 6 assists) and Kyrie Irving (31 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists) combined for 64 points for the Mavericks in the losing effort. The Clippers lead the best-of-seven series, 1-0, with Game 2 taking place Tuesday, April 23 at 10:00 PM ET, TNT Harden (3,665) passed Dirk Nowitzki for 17th on the NBA's All-Time Playoff Scoring list George (262) passed Robert Horry for 15th on the NBA's All-Time Playoff 3PM list