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Clippers vs. Mavericks Game 1 preview and game thread: Welcome to the playoffs

The NBA Playoffs are here for the LA Clippers, as they will tip off their first-round series against a familiar opponent, the Dallas Mavericks, on Saturday afternoon in Los Angeles.

Are you feeling excited, nervous, nauseous over the start of Clippers playoff basketball? You’re in the right spot.

Game Information

When: Saturday, May 22 at 1:30 p.m. PT

Where: Staples Center, Los Angeles, California

How to watch/listen: ESPN, Bally Sports SoCal

Opposing perspective: Mavs Moneyball

Projected Starting Lineups

Clippers: Patrick Beverley, Paul George, Kawhi Leonard, Marcus Morris Sr.