www.latimes.com
The NBA playoffs witnessed a dramatic showdown as the Clippers faced the Nuggets in Game 7 on May 4, 2025. With Tyronn Lue at the helm, the Clippers aimed to maintain his perfect record in decisive playoff games. However, the Nuggets proved too strong, delivering a resounding 120-101 defeat that ended the Clippers’ season.
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Key Takeaways
- Tyronn Lue's Game 7 coaching record: 4-0
- Clippers defeated 120-101 by Nuggets
- Home teams win 74.2% of Game 7s
- Kawhi Leonard acknowledges better Nuggets effort
- James Harden struggles with low scoring
- Clippers' season ends after playoff loss
Lue acknowledged the importance of his star players, including Kawhi Leonard and James Harden, but the team struggled to execute when it mattered most. The Nuggets’ dominance in the fourth quarter left the Clippers contemplating what could have been.
This loss raises questions about the Clippers’ future. Can they regroup and build a stronger roster for next season? Key developments from Game 7 include:
- The Nuggets outscored the Clippers 35-19 in the third quarter.
- Kawhi Leonard led the Clippers with 22 points, but it wasn’t enough.
- James Harden struggled again, scoring just seven points on poor shooting.
- Denver’s Aaron Gordon and Jamal Murray contributed significantly with 22 and 16 points, respectively.
