Clippers Secure Playoff Spot, Send Warriors to Play-In Tournament

In a thrilling final game of the NBA regular season, the Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Golden State Warriors 124-119 in overtime, allowing the Clippers to clinch the fifth seed in the Western Conference playoffs. James Harden led the charge with a game-high 39 points, including key three-pointers in overtime, while Kawhi Leonard contributed 33 points. The victory marked the Clippers' eighth consecutive win, setting them up for a first-round matchup against the fourth-seeded Denver Nuggets. Meanwhile, the loss for the Warriors means they will enter the play-in tournament, where they will host the Memphis Grizzlies. Stephen Curry scored 36 points for Golden State, but it wasn't enough to secure the win. The game featured intense back-and-forth action, with the lead changing hands 23 times.