Clippers vs. Celtics
Clippers forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute reaches for a loose ball along with Celtics guard Evan Turner during the first half.
(Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press)Clippers center DeAndre Jordan dunks against the Boston Celtics during a game last season. (Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press)
Clippers point guard Chris Paul nearly goes for a tumble but is able to keep a handle on the ball in front of Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas.
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Clippers forward Paul Pierce holds his leg in pain after coming down from a shot during the second half of a game against the Celtics.
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Clippers point guard Chris Paul defends against Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas during their game at the Staples Center.
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Clippers center Cole Aldrich, left, and guard J.J. Redick try to stop Celtics center Kelly Olynyk during their game at the Staples Center.
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Celtics guard Marcus Smart, right, reaches in on Clippers guard Chris Paul during the first half.
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Clippers guard Austin Rivers tries to stay with Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (4) while avoiding a screen being set by forward Amir Johnson during the first half.
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