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The Clippers’ victory over the defending champion Warriors sets the stage for a highly anticipated play-in tournament rematch between the two LA-based rivals.Los Angeles Today
The Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Golden State Warriors 115-110 on Sunday, clinching the No. 9 seed in the Western Conference and setting up a rematch in the NBA play-in tournament. Clippers reserve Bennedict Mathurin led the way with 20 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists off the bench.
Why it matters
This win secures the Clippers’ spot in the play-in tournament, where they will have a chance to earn one of the final playoff spots. The Clippers and Warriors faced off in last year’s play-in, with the Warriors prevailing, so this rematch will be highly anticipated.
The details
The Clippers led by as many as 15 points in the game and held off a late Warriors comeback attempt. Mathurin was the catalyst for the Clippers, providing a big boost off the bench. The win gives the Clippers the No. 9 seed, meaning they will host the No. 10 seed in the first play-in game.
The game was played on Sunday, April 13, 2026.
The players
Bennedict Mathurin
A reserve forward for the Los Angeles Clippers who had a standout game off the bench, scoring 20 points with 9 rebounds and 8 assists.
Los Angeles Clippers
The NBA team that defeated the defending champion Golden State Warriors to clinch the No. 9 seed in the Western Conference and a spot in the play-in tournament.
Golden State Warriors
The defending NBA champions who were defeated by the Clippers, but will still have a chance to make the playoffs through the play-in tournament.
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What they’re saying
“We knew this was going to be a tough game against the champs, but the guys really stepped up and made plays when it counted.”
— Tyronn Lue, Head Coach, Los Angeles Clippers
What’s next
The Clippers will host the No. 10 seed in the first play-in game, with the winner advancing to face the No. 8 seed for the final playoff spot.
The takeaway
The Clippers’ victory over the Warriors sets up an intriguing rematch in the play-in tournament, as the two teams battle for a chance to make the playoffs. Mathurin’s big game off the bench was a key factor in the Clippers’ win.