Dallas got just enough breaks to upset LA Clippers, 112-97. The pace of play was clearly dictated by LA Clippers, showing who was the better team. But Dallas came up with the right plays at the right times to convert more scoring chances and come away with the win.

"We got our share of luck today," acknowledged Dallas coach Bob. "They pretty much dictated the game but we were able to get the job done when it mattered. Thompson really helped us out there; we couldn't have pulled it off without him."

Dallas was led by Thompson (9 points, 17 boards, 3 assists, a steal, 3 blocks), Langley (16 points, 2 assists, a block), Schmidt (18 points). LA Clippers was led by Hayes (8 points, 2 steals), Patrick (23 points, a block), Galloway (18 points, a steal, 2 blocks).

After this win, Dallas are now 25-28. They hold at #3 in the Southwest and hold at #10 overall in the Western Conference. LA Clippers drop to 35-22 and 18-8 at home with this loss. They remain at #2 in the Pacific and remain at #6 overall in the Western Conference.

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