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In the rematch, Indiana surged to a 45–21 lead early in the second quarter. However, the Clippers chipped away at the lead, eventually taking it in the final seconds. The game ended in bizarre fashion when Indiana’s Jay Huff—an 83.7% free-throw shooter—missed two potential game-winning free throws with 0.1 seconds left. The Mathurin-Zubac Trade

The Clippers dominated both meetings during a season where the two franchises trended in opposite directions. NBA: Pacers - Clippers

The Clippers secured a commanding 130–107 win at the Intuit Dome . Kawhi Leonard led with 29 points, while newly acquired Darius Garland made his home debut. In the rematch, Indiana surged to a 45–21

A defining moment for both teams occurred on , when they finalized a major trade deadline deal. In the rematch