Anthony Davis stats tonight: How did Mavericks big fare vs former crosstown rival Clippers? (April 5)

Anthony Davis has faced the LA Clippers numerous times during his tenure with the LA Lakers. However, on Saturday night, it was a fresh experience for Davis, as he went up against the Kawhi Leonard-led Clippers for the first time as a member of the Dallas Mavericks.

Despite Davis' strong performance, which saw him score 27 points and grab nine rebounds in 27 minutes of play, the Mavericks were defeated 135-101 as the Clippers dominated the second half.

Here are Anthony Davis' complete stats..

PLAYER	MIN	PTS	REB	AST	FGM	FGA	FG%	3PM	3PA	3P%	FTM	FTA	FT%	OREB	DREB	STL	BLK	TO	PF	=+/-
Anthony Davis	27:27	27	9	0	8	19	42.1	1	5	20.0	10	13	76.9	2	7	1	0	6	3	-16

This marked the second straight game between the Mavericks and Clippers, with the Clippers winning 114-91 the previous night, a game in which Davis did not play. Looking to shift the outcome, Davis made an immediate impact, scoring 11 points in the first quarter, though the Clippers led 33-21 at the end of the period.

The Mavericks didn’t give up easily, despite stellar play from James Harden, Kawhi Leonard and Ivica Zubac in the first half. The Mavericks narrowed the gap with a 3-pointer from Max Christie at 1:29 left, cutting the lead to six points at 54-48.

However, the Clippers squashed the Mavericks' momentum and entered halftime with a 61-52 lead, thanks to Harden’s four additional points in the final minute, bringing his first-half total to 19.

Davis led the Mavericks in the first half, contributing 16 points and seven rebounds.

The Clippers’ star trio of Harden, Leonard and Zubac were exceptional. Harden and Leonard each scored 29 points, with Harden adding 14 assists and seven rebounds, while Zubac tallied 25 points and 10 rebounds.

Harden’s scoring and playmaking, combined with Leonard and Zubac’s efforts, allowed the Clippers to dominate the fourth quarter 44-30, never relinquishing their lead.

In the final period, the Clippers’ bench players completed the 31-point blowout, wrapping up the game during garbage time.

LA Lakers up next for Anthony Davis, Mavericks

With just three games left in their schedule, Anthony Davis and the Dallas Mavericks are gearing up for their biggest matchup yet, facing the LA Lakers — featuring former franchise star Luka Doncic.

The game, scheduled for Wednesday in Dallas, holds significant importance, as the Lakers aim to secure their playoff spot, while Dallas remains in the play-in hunt.

The game will not only be filled with drama but also has major playoff implications. Following that, the Mavericks will host the Toronto Raptors on Friday for their final home game of the regular season before wrapping up their schedule on the road against the Memphis Grizzlies next Sunday.