How even is this series? The Clippers and Nuggets have played 96 minutes of regulation ball and are separated by one point.
Kawhi Leonard thrives in these environments. He is a two-time Finals MVP, a man with the rings to prove he can rise to the moment. He reminded everyone of that Monday night with a vintage 39-point performance on 15-of-19 shooting — just look at his shot chart.
It wasn’t just the shooting, Leonard made clutch passes and played elite defense. It was a bit of a bounce-back performance after his seven turnovers in Game 1 were a key part of the Clippers’ loss.