James Harden electrifies with 11 points and buzzer-beater in first quarter of Clippers’ playoff opener against Mavericks

James Harden electrifies with buzzer-beater in first quarter

James Harden set Twitter ablaze as he opened the Clippers’ playoff campaign with a spectacular performance. He scored 11 points in the first quarter and nailing a dramatic buzzer-beater three-pointer. The Clippers lead the Dallas Mavericks 34-22 at the end of the first quarter. Much of this is thanks largely to Harden’s explosive start.

As the clock wound down, Harden took control, dribbling past half-court before launching a deep three as the buzzer sounded. The shot swished through the net, sending the Clippers’ fans at Crypto.com Arena into a frenzy. Also, it wound up sparking a flurry of tweets and social media posts celebrating his prowess. Harden began quickly trended, with fans and commentators lauding his precision and timing.

Harden’s performance is particularly significant given the high stakes of this first-round playoff series against the Mavericks. Known for his scoring ability, Harden seemed to be in full playoff mode, showcasing not just his shooting skills but also his strategic playmaking. His ability to take over the game in critical moments was on full display, setting the tone for what promises to be an electrifying series.

Fans and analysts are already speculating about the impact Harden will have on the series if he maintains this level of performance. With the Clippers poised for a deep playoff run, Harden’s leadership and scoring prowess could be the key to outpacing the formidable Mavericks.

As the game progresses, all eyes will undoubtedly remain on Harden, whose first-quarter heroics have set the stage for a memorable playoff battle.

James Harden electrifies with buzzer-beater in first quarter