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Reggie Jackson and the Los Angeles Clippers didn't need the second-biggest comeback in NBA history to beat the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night.
Just a tidy 11-0 run to close things out.
Jackson scored 31 points and assisted on Nicolas Batum's go-ahead 3-pointer with 31.2 seconds remaining as the Clippers scored the final 11 points in a 115-109 victory over the Wizards.
"We stayed resilient and kept our cool," said Jackson, who was 12 of 21 from the field and also had seven assists in 39 minutes. "We played through missing a few shots and found a way to get some stops."
Los Angeles held Washington scoreless over the last 2:37, and Jackson's two free throws with 12.3 seconds left to put the Clippers up by four.
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Los Angeles Clippers guard Reggie Jackson (1) reacts after a 115-109 win over the Washington Wizards in their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Wednesday, March 9, 2022. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
The Wizards have blown leads to lose both of their meetings against Los Angeles this year, although this hole wasn't as deep as the previous meeting. The Clippers rallied from a 35-point, first-half deficit to defeat the Wizards 116-115 on Jan. 25, the second-best comeback in league history.
Jackson reached 30 points for the third time this season, including twice in the past four games. The 10-year veteran guard has emerged as the Clippers' leader with Paul George and Kawhi Leonard sidelined most of the season with injuries.
"He loves those moments down the stretch, whether it is taking the big shot or making that corner pass to Nico for the 3," coach Tyronn Lue said. "He’s been big
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