Luka Doncic’s 32 points powered the Dallas Mavericks to a 96-93 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers, tying their playoff series at one game apiece.

Despite the return of Kawhi Leonard, who scored 15 points after a long absence due to knee issues, the Clippers struggled to find their rhythm.Kyrie Irving added 23 points for the Mavericks, who led for much of the game.Despite trailing briefly in the third quarter, the Mavericks responded with a 14-0 run sparked by key 3-pointers.The Clippers, led by Paul George and James Harden with 22 points each, couldn’t overcome the Mavericks’ resilience.Doncic and Irving sealed the victory with crucial free throws in the final moments.

Dallas suffered injuries to Daniel Gafford, who returned later, and Tim Hardaway Jr., who did not come back. Game 3 is set for Friday in Dallas.