Paul George's Clutch Performance vs. Golden State (2015)
- Series Result
- Warriors won 4-1
- Paul George Team (2015)
- Indiana Pacers
- Clippers Key Players
- Chris Paul, Blake Griffin, DeAndre Jordan
- Playoff Round
- Western Conference Semifinals
Lore & Background
The narrative of that spring was about resilience against an unprecedented Golden State dynasty.
In Their Own Story
Chris Paul dribbled at the top of the key, eyes locked on Draymond Green's defense. The crowd roared as Blake Griffin crashed the boards for a putback. It was a different era before the arrival of the future All-Stars who would come later. This game belonged to the core that had built the foundation, fighting valiantly against a Warriors team that seemed unstoppable.
Reader's Guide
Game 1 saw Golden State take an early lead, but Chris Paul's defense on Stephen Curry kept it competitive until late fourth-quarter fatigue set in. Game 2 was a defensive struggle where DeAndre Jordan dominated the paint, yet the Warriors' depth proved too much for the Clippers to overcome over five games. By Game 3 and 4, injuries began to plague the Clippers roster. The emotional weight of trying to stop the 73-win team's momentum was palpable in every missed shot and turnover. Game 5 sealed the series at Oracle Arena. Despite a valiant effort from the home crowd traveling west, the Warriors closed it out. It marked the end of that specific championship window for the original core.
Did You Know?
- Chris Paul and Blake Griffin played together for the Clippers from 2012 until 2017.