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The LA Clippers have won back-to-back games after a nail-biting victory over the Orlando Magic on Friday night. The Clippers are 2-0 in their ongoing four-game road trip in the most important stretch of the regular season. They entered the game barely clinging to fourth spot in the Western Conference.
Kawhi Leonard gave the Clippers the 98-97 lead with a jump shot with less than 40 seconds left. Paul George then hit the dagger fadeaway with 5.1 seconds remaining to give the Clippers the 100-97 win. Franz Wagner missed the rim at the buzzer as the Magic lost their third straight game.
Leonard led the way with 29 points, 11 rebounds and five assists. Ivica Zubac added 14 points and nine rebounds, while George ended with 12 points. Nevertheless, the Clippers gained more momentum with two more games in their road trip.
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LA Clippers' Playoffs Picture: Standings
The LA Clippers improved to 46-27 for the season following their clutch win over the Orlando Magic.
The Clippers remain fourth in the Western Conference and a whole game ahead of the New Orleans Pelicans (45-28). They are five games behind the Denver Nuggets (51-23) for third place, so they are likely to finish as the No. 4 seed.
It seemed bleak for the Clippers just last week when the Pelicans moved ahead of them in the standings. They were terrible after the All-Star break and seemed to have lost their mojo. However, Kawhi Leonard is determined to take the team on his back and carry them to glory.
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LA Clippers' Playoffs Picture: Schedule
The LA Clippers have the 13th toughest schedule remaining in the NBA, as per Tankathon.
The Clippers have nine games left on their schedule, and only three of them are against non-contending teams. They face the Utah Jazz twice and the hapless Charlotte Hornets.
However, the Clippers also have some tough teams on their schedule, like the Denver Nuggets, Phoenix Suns, Sacramento Kings, Houston Rockets and Cleveland Cavaliers.
LA Clippers' Playoffs Picture: Can they stay in the top 4?
There's a big chance that the LA Clippers will remain fourth in the Western Conference, especially if they continue to win games. They are on a two-game winning streak, which is a huge confidence booster.
Kawhi Leonard should receive a few MVP votes for his first big season in three years. Paul George has also stayed relatively healthy, which is key for the Clippers. James Harden and Russell Westbrook have been solid as well, with the latter gladly coming off the bench.
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