Results for: Western Conference Playoffs

In the absence of Kawhi Leonard, the Los Angeles Clippers unveiled a surprising strategy in Game 1 of their Western Conference playoff series against the Dallas Mavericks, running their offense through Ivica Zubac. The move paid dividends as Zubac posted a playoff career-high 20 points and 15 rebounds, propelling the Clippers to a 109-97 victory and a 1-0 series lead. Despite the Mavericks’ adjustments in Game 2, the Clippers will look to maintain their advantage and steal a victory on their home court.

Mark Stone, captain of the Vegas Golden Knights, is set to return to action on Monday night for Game 1 of the NHL Western Conference playoffs against the Dallas Stars. Stone missed the final 26 games of the regular season with a lacerated spleen sustained in a collision on February 20 against the Nashville Predators. The 31-year-old forward has been off to a strong start with 53 points in 56 games before the injury.