A tepid Clippers offense had no answer for Irving and Luka Dončić in an elimination game.
The Orlando Magic forced a Game 7 in their first-round NBA playoff series with a 103–96 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Donovan Mitchell scored 50 points for the Cavs.
The Clippers are hoping Tyronn Lue will remain their coach for the foreseeable future amid speculation he could be a candidate for Lakers' coaching job.