The Clippers 3-4 Nuggets, let’s see what media experts from all walks of life say, the gap between Western Conference teams

On May 4, 2025, the NBA Playoffs West in the seventh first round, the Nuggets won the Clippers in three quarters, with the Clippers 101-120, with a big score of 3-4. Clippers coach Tyron Lu changed the lineup in time, allowing James Harden and Leonard to have better frame protection players around them, increasing height and stable projection maneuverable front line. For the Nuggets, Jokic was focused on guarding and double-teamed as soon as he got the ball. Jokic relied on the golf club to read the game and connected the entire team to attack. After playing until the tiebreak, the main players of both sides knew the bottom line, and there was not much room for attack, and they relied on the role players to seize the opportunity. In the second half, the Clippers made too many mistakes and couldn't open the offensive end. They were once 23 points behind, and the balance of victory seemed to be tilted. The Nuggets' overall strength is stronger, with Murray, Aaron Gordon, Braun, and Porter Jr., blooming in all aspects and playing the game in the second half.

Late in the game, let's see what the world media experts say?

US media: James Harden tried to destroy the Nuggets system and let Jokic go home early. Harden played more domineeringly, and his seventh game was tougher than his sixth game. It can be seen that Harden has made enough mental preparations and does not want to lose the series. The Clippers choose to trust, and Harden is dealing with the last attack in many rounds, which is Harden's strength and level. However, in the second half, the Clippers lacked stable frame protection center and were beaten by Jokic. Zubac and Batum are the biggest problems with Tyronlu’s tactics. They cannot inject energy into the team in the seventh game. Harden gave out 13 assists in 35 minutes, but did not do it well. The Clippers still need to strengthen, and the existing lineup will only waste Harden and Leonard's peak levels.

Australian media: Nuggets MVP Jokic played the feeling of Lakers Magic Johnson, and helped drive Braun and Porter Jr. away many assists. Clippers center Zubac, in front of Jokic, seemed a little clumsy. As long as Jokic's physical fitness rebounds, it can help the Nuggets gain a lead. Jokic has to take the rebound and push with the ball, which is the work a big player does on the court. Jokic's ball quotient is very high and knows how to observe the Clippers' defensive lineup and solve the opponent reasonably. In the third quarter, he led the team to a 15-0 wave. Jokic was too good at controlling the game and was the real triple-double king in the league. In addition to Jokic, Murray, Aaron Gordon, Braun, and Michael Porter's performance is also crucial, and they are the four heroes in the team's tiebreaker victory.

European media: Nuggets coach Tyron Lu, increased the scorer's playing time, allowing Harden and Leonard to have a group of 3D players, trying to take the game away. It is unimaginable that James Harden has a more offensive desire than ever before. James Harden needs more victory to improve his historical status. But unfortunately, Harden was in a state that was unstable and gave up resisting in the second half.

British media: Jokic has no rest time at all, and if he doesn't work hard, it means the season is over. Taking away the game victory in the third quarter is the best proof, especially defeating Harden and Leonard.

French media: Westbrook is still a trusted veteran and an excellent triple-double king in the league. He makes the Nuggets play easier. Westbrook has a kingly temperament and is the spiritual leader of the Nuggets. Westbrook has a low salary and high energy, and the Nuggets have found the treasure.

Japanese media: Game 7, this is a life-and-death battle. The fewer mistakes are made, the greater the probability of winning. James Harden and Leonard of the Clippers, Jokic and Murray of the Nuggets, dare not make any mistakes easily. This is the last game. In the second half, the Clippers made too many mistakes and the problems became increasingly exposed.

Korean media: Leonard of the Clippers has been resting for several years and finally has enough chances to perform in the first round tiebreak. In the second half, Leonard played a bloody game, using his own means to narrow the gap and use the ball to hit the penalty area. Helplessly, it is difficult to support the team, and it is difficult for one person to pull back the gap. Leonard has a long rest time.

Bahtan media: The Nuggets played harder on the bench, and Westbrook and Watson played better than the main players, with both offense and defense. The second team's voice is Westbrook leading the way, and he plays too murderously. In the most critical game, Westbrook knew what to do, and he was a big star. The Nuggets are a team with the ability to compete for the championship. The starting lineup and substitute lineup are both performing at a high level and the chemistry is very strong.

Canadian media: Clippers coach Tyron Lu will be dissatisfied no matter how he adjusts. Tyron Lue understands Harden and Leonard's characteristics and is a well-known coach who deals with superstars. Having coached a superstar, he knew that he had to arrange suitable tactics. Harden and Leonard's friends are strictly implementing the Tyron Lue tactics. Zubac, Derek Jones Jr., Powell, Pogdanovic, and Batum can all stand up, and the Clippers are no longer fighting alone. It was just that the second half was surprising, the Clippers became dull, the Nuggets finished the game in three quarters, and Harden and Leonard could enjoy the offseason again.

New Media: The penalty was unfair in the first half, and the Nuggets took advantage of the free throws. No matter how strong the Clippers are, they cannot compete with the referee. The tone of the game has been set, and even the strongest teams up, such as James Harden and Leonard, cannot affect the game trend.

In short, the Clippers 101-120 Nuggets played very cautiously in the first half and did not dare to make mistakes easily. The score remained in a balanced state, and there was no one-sided phenomenon. With Jokic in the second half, the Nuggets established a 15-point lead. The Clippers' center Zubac and defensive player Batum became unconfident, and the Clippers could not defend against Jokic and Murray. The Nuggets rely on the performance of the entire team, and the main players Jokic, Murray, Braun, Aaron Gordon, and Porter Jr. can all play. With Westbrook and other players, they won the seventh victory. After the game, Clippers coach Tyron Lu said, "The Clippers are not doing well enough, this night does not belong to us.". If we don’t make so many mistakes, we have a chance to move into the next round. The Nuggets are very strong, Jokic defeated the Clippers.