Stephen Curry leads Warriors Past Clippers 126-121 Play-In Comeback Victory/ Newslooks/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ Stephen Curry powered the Golden State Warriors to a dramatic comeback win over the Los Angeles Clippers. A huge fourth-quarter rally erased a double-digit deficit to secure a 126-121 victory. The Warriors now move one step closer to the NBA playoffs.
Stephen Curry Warriors Comeback Quick Looks
- Curry scores 35 points, 27 in second half
- Warriors erase 13-point fourth-quarter deficit
- Al Horford hits four crucial three-pointers
- Golden State closes game on 16-6 run
- Clippers eliminated from playoff contention
- Warriors advance in NBA play-in tournament
Deep Look
Curry Ignites Second-Half Comeback
Stephen Curry delivered a vintage performance, scoring 27 of his 35 points after halftime to lead the Golden State Warriors to a stunning comeback victory. After a quiet first half, Curry erupted in the third quarter, keeping his team within striking distance as the game began to slip away.
He caught fire with a scoring burst that included multiple three-pointers, shifting momentum and energizing the Warriors heading into the final period.
Fourth-Quarter Rally Seals Victory
Trailing by 13 points early in the fourth quarter, Golden State mounted an electrifying comeback. Veteran forward Al Horford played a pivotal role, knocking down four three-pointers in the closing minutes to swing the game.
The Warriors finished on a dominant 16-6 run, highlighted by Curry’s clutch seventh three-pointer, which broke a late tie with under a minute remaining. The surge proved too much for the Clippers to overcome.
Key Contributions Across the Lineup
While Curry led the charge, contributions came from across the roster. Kristaps Porzingis added 20 points, providing a steady scoring presence, while teammates executed key plays down the stretch to maintain momentum.
Golden State’s defense also stepped up, limiting Kawhi Leonard’s impact in the fourth quarter until the final seconds.
Clippers Fall Short Despite Strong Effort
The Los Angeles Clippers were led by Bennedict Mathurin with 23 points, while Darius Garland contributed 21 points and eight assists. Leonard added 21 points but struggled to influence the game late.
Despite building a comfortable lead in the second half, the Clippers could not contain Golden State’s late-game surge. The loss eliminates them from playoff contention, marking a rare miss after years of consistent success.
Warriors Eye Playoff Spot
With the victory, the Warriors move one win away from securing a playoff berth. Despite a challenging regular season and key injuries, the team’s veteran core has once again demonstrated resilience in high-pressure situations.
Golden State will next face the Phoenix Suns, with the winner advancing to meet the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder in the first round.
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