Instant Reaction: Clippers Keep Season Alive, Force Game 7 With 102-96 Win Over San Antonio

Los Angeles and San Antonio traded the lead back and forth throughout the first half, and the game was tied 51-51 at halftime as a result. The Clippers gained a slight advantage in the third quarter, then held off a late Spurs run in the fourth quarter to keep their season alive and force a Game 7.

Turning Point:

Los Angeles opened the second half on an 11-2 run, allowing them to seize momentum and take control of the game.

Key Stat:

The Clippers won this game in transition, outscoring the Spurs 18-2 in fast break points, which allowed them to dictate the tempo of this one.

Los Angeles MVP:

Blake Griffin had another great game in this series with 26 points, 12 rebounds, six assists, and four blocks, while DeAndre Jordan (15 points, 14 rebounds) and Chris Paul (19 points, 15 assists, four steals) also chipped in big double-doubles.

San Antonio MVP:

Marco Belinelli came off the bench to drop 23 points - including seven three-pointers - while Tim Duncan led the Spurs' starters with 12 points and 13 rebounds.

What's Next?

Game 7 between these two teams will be Saturday on TNT at 8:00 p.m. ET.

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