Russell Westbrook puts in a defensive display to help the Clippers beat the Suns 115-110 in Phoenix

Russell Westbrook puts in a HUGE defensive performance to help the Clippers beat the Suns 115-110 in Phoenix…as LA wins Game 1 of the playoff matchup

  • Kawhi Leonard led the way for the LA with 38 points in the series opening affair
  • The Clippers were also without All-Star forward Paul George due to a knee injury
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The Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Phoenix Suns 115-110 to kick off Game 1 in their first-round playoff series.

Kawhi Leonard led the way for the Clippers with 38 points in the highly contested affair. The Clippers were also without All-Star forward Paul George, who has been ruled out of the series as he recovers from a knee injury.

Kevin Durant led the way for the Suns with 27 points, but suffered a loss in his first playoff appearance with the Suns.

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The LA Clippers defeated the Phoenix Suns 115-110 in Game 1 of their playoff game

Kawhi Leonard led the way for the Clippers with 38 points, also scoring a game-high

Kawhi Leonard led the way for the Clippers with 38 points, also scoring a game-high