Russell Westbrook and the L.A. Clippers were too much for Luka Dončić and the Mavs yesterday. Photo: Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images
The Mavs lost in a lackluster Game 1 of the first round of the NBA playoffs against the L.A. Clippers.
How it happened: The Mavs had their worst offensive first half in a playoff game in franchise history, trailing 56-30 at halftime, per ESPN.
The Clippers maintained a double-digit lead throughout the second half.
But, Luka Dončićand Kyrie Irving did score 33 and 31 points, respectively.
What's next: The Mavs play Game 2 tomorrow night in L.A.
Tonight, the Stars have home-ice advantage in their first playoff game against the reigning Stanley Cup champs, the Vegas Golden Knights, at 8:30pm at the American Airlines Center.
