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LA Clippers at Dallas Mavericks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s L.A. Clippers at Dallas Mavericks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Los Angeles Clippers (16-12) are on the road Saturday for the taking on the Dallas Mavericks (17-10) for the second straight game. Tip-off from American Airlines Center is at 8:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Clippers vs. Mavericks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Clippers lead 1-0.

The Clippers beat the Mavericks 118-95 in Dallas on Thursday as 1-point underdogs. It was their second straight win after a 3-game losing streak. F Norman Powell led the way with 29 points. The Under (217) cashed in.

The Mavs recently had a 7-game winning streak but have lost 2 of their last 3 games, including the loss to the Clippers Thursday. They played without guards Luke Doncic and Kyrie Irving. F Klay Thompson had a strong showing with 22 points.

Clippers at Mavericks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 11:20 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clippers +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Mavericks -165 (bet $165 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers +3.5 (-110) | Mavericks -3.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 220.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Clippers at Mavericks key injuries

Clippers

F Kobe Brown (back) out
G Kawhi Leonard (knee) out
G Terance Mann (finger) out
F P.J. Tucker (not with team) out

Mavericks

G Luke Doncic (knee) out
G Dante Exum (wrist) out
G Jaden Hardy (ankle) out
G Brandon Williams (thumb) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Clippers at Mavericks picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 114, Mavericks 108

Moneyline

Irving returns to the lineup for the Mavs, but Doncic is still out. That will be a boost for them as the Mavs mustered only 95 points against the Clippers Thursday.

The Mavs have to score a lot to win. In their last 7 games, if they score fewer than 120 points, they lose.

The Clippers have allowed 120 or more only twice in the last 9 games.

BET CLIPPERS (+135).

Against the spread

The Clippers have only covered the spread in a loss twice this season. With the plus odds for the moneyline, if you think the Clippers will cover the spread, you should like them to win the game outright. Take those plus odds.

PASS.

Over/Under

The Clippers have seen the Over and Under alternate in their last 6 games. The Under hit in their win on Thursday.

In the Mavs’ last 7 games, the only one to stay below 220 points was Thursday.

BET OVER 220.5 (-110).

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LA Clippers at Dallas Mavericks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s LA Clippers at Dallas Mavericks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The LA Clippers (15-12) take on the Dallas Mavericks (17-9) Thursday. Tip-off from American Airlines Center is set for 8:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Clippers vs. Mavericks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Clippers won 2-1 last regular season, but Mavs won 4-2 in first round of playoffs.

The Clippers snapped a 3-game losing streak after taking out the Utah Jazz 144-107 Monday, covering as 7.5-point home favorites with the Over (221.5) hitting. G James Harden knocked down 41 points, including 7 threes while G/F Norman Powell dropped 29 and had 5 threes. F Kawhi Leonard (knee) is getting close to his season debut, but he won’t return until after Christmas.

The Mavs took down the Golden State Warriors 143-133 Sunday. G Luka Doncic had a triple-double with 45 points, 11 boards and 13 assists, helping the Mavs win and cover as 1-point road favorites with the Over (228.5) cashing. G/F Klay Thompson added 29 points, including 7 threes against his former team. The Mavs will need him to continue to step up because Doncic is out. The Mavs have won 8 of 9, and 12 of 14.

Clippers at Mavericks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 4:07 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clippers +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | Mavericks -185 (bet $185 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers +4.5 (-115) | Mavericks -4.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Clippers at Mavericks key injuries

Clippers

F Derrick Jones Jr. (hamstring) questionable
F Kawhi Leonard (knee) out
G Terance Mann (finger) out

Mavericks

G Luka Doncic (heel) out
G Jaden Hardy (ankle) out
G Kyrie Irving (shoulder) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Clippers at Mavericks picks and predictions

Prediction

Mavericks 109, Clippers 101

Moneyline

The Mavs are 5-1 without Luka this season. Four of those wins came on the road, and they’re at home for this one — where they are 8-3 on the season. Their ML is just a bit too pricey, though, at -185.

Instead, I’ll take KLAY THOMPSON OVER 16.5 POINTS (-105). He has 29, 19 and 20 in his last 3 games. He’s also 18-for-35 (51.4%) from distance in his last 4 games.

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Against the spread

The Mavs are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 games. If you’re worried about them covering without Doncic, they had 6 players reach double figures in the last game. The Clippers rely heavily on Harden, and the Mavs have the bigs to contend with C Ivica Zubac underneath.

TAKE MAVERICKS -4.5 (-105).

Over/Under

The Clippers are 6-4 O/U in their last 10, and the Mavs are 7-3. With Leonard and Doncic out, I think this number is too high.

BET UNDER 223.5 (-115).

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Utah Jazz at LA Clippers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Utah Jazz at LA Clippers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Utah Jazz (5-19) visit the LA Clippers (14-12) Monday. Tip-off from Intuit Dome is set for 10:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Jazz vs. Clippers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Clippers lead 1-0

The Jazz have lost back-to-back games and 7 of their last 8 after falling 134-126 against the Phoenix Suns Friday, failing to cover as 6.5-point home underdogs. G Jordan Clarkson scored a team-high 23 points while the Jazz shot 55.8% from the field.

The Clippers have lost 3 games in a row after falling 120-98 at the Denver Nuggets Friday as 7-point underdogs. G Norman Powell and G Kevin Porter Jr. each scored a team-high 16 points while the Clippers shot 44.6% from the field.

Jazz at Clippers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 10:39 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Jazz +275 (bet $100 to win $275) | Clippers -350 (bet $350 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Jazz +8.5 (-115) | Clippers -8.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 222.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Jazz at Clippers key injuries

Jazz

G Jordan Clarkson (foot) questionable

Clippers

F Derrick Jones Jr. (hamstring) out
F Kawhi Leonard (knee) out
G Terance Mann (finger) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Jazz at Clippers picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 115, Jazz 111

Moneyline

PASS.

The Jazz are 5-19 this season and 3-9 on the road, but the price on LA (-350) is too high.

Against the spread

BET JAZZ +8.5 (-115).

The Clippers have failed to cover 3 consecutive games, including 2 straight at home. They have scored 106 or fewer points in 3 straight games and 5 of their last 8.

Utah has scored 126 or more points in 2 of its last 3 games.

Over/Under

BET OVER 222.5 (-115).

Utah has allowed 133 or more points in 3 of its last 4 games. It has hit the Over in 4 straight games and 6 of its last 10. It has scored 115 or more points 5 of its last 10 games.

LA has hit the Over in 3 of its last 5 games. It has scored 121 or more points in 4 of its last 9 games and faces a Utah defense that is 30th in defensive efficiency.

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LA Clippers at Denver Nuggets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s LA Clippers at Denver Nuggets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The LA Clippers (14-11) take on the Denver Nuggets (12-10) Friday evening. Tip-off from Ball Arena is set for 9 p.m. ET. (NBA TV) Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Clippers vs. Nuggets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Clippers lead 2-0

The Clippers have dropped 2 straight after a 117-106 defeat to the Houston Rockets Sunday. C Ivica Zubac had 21 points and 12 boards. He’s having a breakout year with 14.8 PPG and 12.2 RPG. There is good news on the horizon, though, as F Kawhi Leonard (knee) has begun practicing for the first time time season. He will not suit up for this one, though.

The Nuggets are coming off a 141-111 roasting of the Atlanta Hawks Sunday. C Nikola Jokic had a monstrous 48 boards, 14 rebounds and 8 assists. F Michael Porter Jr. supplemented 26 points while G Jamal Murray (hamstring) was out.

Clippers at Nuggets odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 1:56 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clippers +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Nuggets -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers +5.5 (-105) | Nuggets -5.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 226.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Clippers at Nuggets key injuries

Clippers

F Derrick Jones Jr. (hamstring) out
F Kawhi Leonard (knee) out
G Terance Mann (finger) out
F P.J. Tucker (personal) out

Nuggets

G Jamal Murray (hamstring) questionable
F Dario Saric (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Clippers at Nuggets picks and predictions

Prediction

Nuggets 111, Clippers 108

Moneyline

Murray has been limited in practice, and his status for this one is highly in question. The Nuggets are 4-1 without Murray thus far. Even without Murray, the Nuggets have enough to skate by the Clippers.

No thanks to the -275, though. I’m taking NIKOLA JOKIC OVER 1.5 3-POINTERS (-155). He’s going to try to bring Zubac out to the perimeter, where he’s less comfortable, and he has gone 3-for-6 from distance in each of the last 2 games.

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Against the spread

The Clippers have won each of the first 2 matchups by 5 and 4 points thus far. Harden had 23 points and 16 dimes in the first meeting, and he had 39 and 11 in the last meeting Dec. 1. Something about this matchup puts him in the zone to step up.

That’s why I’m going CLIPPERS +5.5 (-105).

Over/Under

The Nuggets push the pace at fifth in the NBA, whereas the Clippers are much more deliberate at a 24th-ranked pace. The Nuggets are 6-3-1 O/U in their last 10, and the Clips are 5-5. Against one another, the Over is just 2-7-1 in the last 10. The Under has hit in the last 2 at Ball Arena.

LEAN UNDER 226.5 (-105).

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Houston Rockets at LA Clippers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Houston Rockets at LA Clippers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The LA Clippers (14-10) welcome the Houston Rockets (15-8) to the Intuit Dome Sunday. Tip is set for 9 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Rockets vs. Clippers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Rockets lead 2-0 with 111-103 and 125-104 wins at home Nov. 13-15

The Clippers lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves 108-80 Wednesday, closing as a 3.5-point home underdog. They were led by G Bones Hyland, who scored 18 points on 5-for-12 shooting. The Clippers are 9-2 against the spread (ATS) in their last 11 games and 15-8-1 ATS on the season.

The Rockets lost to the Golden State Warriors 99-93 on the road Thursday, closing as a 4-point favorite. They have dropped 2 in a row, but are 10-4 in their last 14 gaes. Houston is 3-3 ATS over its last 6 and 10-3 ATS in its last 13. It is led by F Jalen Green, who is averaging 19.0 points per game.

Rockets at Clippers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 9:05 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Rockets -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Clippers +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
Against the spread (ATS): Rockets -2.5 (-115) | Clippers +2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 216.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Rockets at Clippers key injuries

Rockets

G Fred VanVleet (knee) questionable

Clippers

(Not yet submitted — below was for Wednesday’s game)

F Kawhi Leonard (knee) out
G Norman Powell (hamstring) out
F PJ Tucker (not with team) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Rockets at Clippers picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 111, Rockets 106

Moneyline

PASS.

While the way this game is predicted to go, the moneyline may seem like the better play, the value is going to be better on the home side’s spread. Look there for value.

Against the spread

BET CLIPPERS +2.5 (-105).

The Clippers have been a covering machine at home and are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 home games. Two of those 6 games have ended within 4 points. Los Angeles has home wins over the Denver Nuggets, Orlando Magic and Sacramento Kings in those 6 as well, so it has taken down some quality foes.

The Rockets, while they have been impressive for bettors for most of the season, are 0-2 ATS in their last 2 and are just 2-2 ATS in their last 4 on the road. The Rockets defense has stumbled as of late, allowing 111 points or more in 4 of their last 5 games.

Play CLIPPERS +2.5 (-105).

Over/Under

BET OVER 216.5 (-105).

The Rockets are 7-4 O/U in their last 11 games and have scored at least 111 points in 4 of their last 5 outings. In their last 8 games, they have eclipsed 110 points in 6 of those while allowing at least 113 points in 5 contests.

The Clippers are 2-1 O/U in their last 3 gaes and 4-3 O/U in their last 7. They have scored 126 points or more in 2 of their last 3. Considering those trends, play OVER 216.5 (-105).

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Minnesota Timberwolves at LA Clippers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Minnesota Timberwolves at LA Clippers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The LA Clippers (14-9) welcome the Minnesota Timberwolves (10-10) to Intuit Dome Wednesday. Tip-off is set for 10:30 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Timberwolves vs. Clippers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Timberwolves lead 1-0

The Timberwolves beat the visiting Los Angeles Lakers 109-80 Monday, closing as 7.5-point favorites. In their previous game (Friday), they beat the Clippers at home, 93-92. Minnesota is 2-4 straight up/against the spread (ATS) in its last 6 games. It is 7-13 ATS on the season. The Timberwolves are led by G Anthony Edwards, who is averaging 26.7 points per game.

The Clippers beat the Portland Trail Blazers 127-105 Tuesday, covering as 8.5-point home favorites. They were led by G Norman Powell, who scored 30 points on 11-for-15 shooting. LA has won 8 of its last 10 games, going 9-1 ATS. It is 15-7-1 ATS on the season.

Timberwolves at Clippers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 10:35 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Timberwolves -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Clippers +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
Against the spread: Timberwolves -2.5 (-115) | Clippers +2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 213.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Timberwolves at Clippers key injuries

Timberwolves

None

Clippers

(Not yet submitted — below was for Tuesday’s game)

F Kawhi Leonard (knee) out

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Timberwolves at Clippers picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 109, Timberwolves 106

Moneyline

BET CLIPPERS (+125).

The Clippers have been rolling over the last few weeks. They haven’t lost at home since a Nov. 2 defeat against the Oklahoma City Thunder, 105-92. They are 8-1 ATS in their last 9 home games, having taken down the Kings, Magic, Nuggets and Warriors in that span.

Minnesota, while it did beat the Clippers Friday, has lost 7 of its last 11 games, going 3-8 ATS. The Timberwolves are 2-3 ATS in their last 5 road games.

Take CLIPPERS (+125).

Against the spread

PASS.

Given the size of the spread here, the preferred route is to take the home team to come out on top. The value is better on the ML, although the spread is certainly playable.

Over/Under

BET OVER 213.5 (-110).

Both teams have star players that can score the ball. For the Clippers, they are 4-2 O/U in their last 6 games, scoring at least 126 points in 2 straight. They have allowed at least 105 in 3 of their last 5.

The Timberwolves have scored at least 105 points in 6 of their last 8 games, going 4-4 O/U. They have allowed at least 110 points in 5 of 8 games, as well. Considering this low total and those trends, back OVER 213.5 (-110).

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Portland Trail Blazers at LA Clippers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Portland Trail Blazers at LA Clippers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Portland Trail Blazers (8-13) and LA Clippers (13-9) meet at Intuit Dome for NBA Cup group play Tuesday. Tip-off is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Trail Blazers vs. Clippers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Trail Blazers lead 1-0; Portland won 106-105 as an 8-point underdog Oct. 30 while the Under (219) cashed

The Trail Blazers suffered a 137-131 loss as 5-point underdogs while the Over (225.5) cashed Sunday. Portland is a respectable 2-3 straight up in the past 5 games, going 3-2 against the spread (ATS) and 7-3 ATS across the past 10 outings. The Under is 7-2 in the past 9 games.

The Clippers posted a 126-122 win as 3-point underdogs against the Denver Nuggets at Intuit Sunday as the Over (225) cashed. The Clips have alternated wins and losses in the past 5 outings. LA is 3-0 ATS in the past 3 games and 8-1 ATS in the previous 9 contests. The Over has hit in 3 of the past 5, but the Under is 6-3 in the past 9 outings.

Trail Blazers at Clippers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 12:30 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Trail Blazers +290 (bet $100 to win $290) | Clippers -375 (bet $375 to win $100)
Against the spread: Trail Blazers +8.5 (-110) | Clippers -8.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 221.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Trail Blazers at Clippers key injuries

Trail Blazers

C Donovan Clingan (knee) out
G Scoot Henderson (quadriceps) questionable
C Robert Williams III (concussion) out

Clippers

F Kawhi Leonard (knee) out
G Kevin Porter Jr. (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Trail Blazers at Clippers picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 113, Trail Blazers 109

Moneyline

The Clippers (-375) will set you back nearly 4 times your potential return, if you want to bet them straight up.

Including LA in your parlay is also a poor idea, as even with a win it sucks all of the value out of your ticket.

PASS.

Against the spread

Play TRAIL BLAZERS +8.5 (-110), as they won the first meeting outright.

The Clippers -8.5 (-110) are on fire, going 8-1 ATS in the past 9 games, but they also lost outright to Portland.

The Blazers are playing with confidence, and the offense has the tools to keep it close.

Over/Under

OVER 221.5 (-105) is worth a look.

The Over is 3-2 in the past 5 games for the Clippers, but don’t get carried away. The Under is 6-1 in the past 7 games at home for LA.

For the Trail Blazers, while the Over is 2-1 in the past 3 outings, the Under is 7-2 across the past 9 outings dating back to Nov. 13.

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Denver Nuggets at LA Clippers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Denver Nuggets at LA Clippers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Denver Nuggets (10-7) visit the LA Clippers (12-9) Sunday with tip-off from Intuit Dome set for 10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Nuggets vs. Clippers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Clippers lead 1-0 with 109-104 road win Oct. 26

Denver destroyed the Utah Jazz 122-103 Wednesday while covering as a 10.5-point favorite. C Nikola Jokic put up 30 points and 10 boards and was helped out by 4 teammates who also scored double-digit points. The Nuggets shot 54.8% from the field vs. Utah, much better than Utah’s 42.2% effort.

The Clippers lost 93-92 to the Minnesota Timberwolves Friday as a 6.5-point road underdog. LA forced 22 turnovers, but the Clippers failed to get rebounds as outboarded 49-39 by Minnesota. After a 5-game winning streak, the Clippers have lost 2 of their last 3 games.

Nuggets at Clippers odds

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Moneyline (ML): Nuggets -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Clippers +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
Against the spread (ATS): Nuggets -2.5 (-115) | Clippers +2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Nuggets at Clippers key injuries

Nuggets

F Aaron Gordon (calf) doubtful
F Peyton Watson (hip) probable

Clippers

F Kawhi Leonard (knee) out
G Norman Powell (hamstring) questionable

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Nuggets at Clippers picks and predictions

Prediction

Nuggets 107, Clippers 105

Moneyline

BET NUGGETS (-150).

Denver is 7-3 in its last 10 matchups against the Clippers and is 3-2 in its last 5 meetings with the Clippers in Los Angeles.

This is a very even matchup, and in these kind of games I normally defer to the best player, which in this case is Jokic.

Be aware that the Clippers have won each of their last 3 against Denver and have won 7 straight home games.

Against the spread

LEAN CLIPPERS +2.5 (-105).

Los Angeles has covered the spread in 2 straight games and is 7-3 ATS in its last 10 while Denver is 5-4-1 ATS in its last 10 outings. The Clippers are also 3-0 ATS in their last 3 matchups with Denver.

The Clippers have outperformed expectations so far this season and have a very good shot at covering as 2.5-point underdogs against a Denver team that by no means has things figured out.

This is a lean because a 2.5-point margin of error is very slim, especially when going against a guy like Jokic.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 223 (-110).

The Under has hit in back-to-back games for the Clippers and is 7-3 in their last 10 games. The Under has also hit in the last 3 matchups between these teams, being 7-2-1 in the last 10 meetings.

LA has a very good defense, but is bad offensively and the Nuggets are the exact opposite, so expect to see a lot of sloppiness from both teams in a game where the Under is nearly a lock.

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LA Clippers at Minnesota Timberwolves odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s L.A. Clippers at Minnesota Timberwolves odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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NBA Cup group play continues as the LA Clippers (12-8) take on the Minnesota Timberwolves (8-10) on the road Friday night. Tip-off from Target Center is at 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Clippers vs. Timberwolves odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting, Timberwolves won 3-1 last season

The Clippers are wrapping up a 4-game road trip. They have won 2 of the first 3 games, and have won 6 of their last 7 games overall. They last played on Wednesday, a 121-96 win over the Washington Wizards, covering the 9-point spread as favorites.

The Timberwolves have lost 4 straight games and 7 of the last 9. They are 0-2 through 2 games of their 4-game homestand. They lost on Wednesday night to the Sacramento Kings 115-104 when they were 3.5-point home favorites.

Clippers at Timberwolves odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 10:43 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clippers +190 (bet $100 to win $190) | Timberwolves -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers +5.5 (-105) | Timberwolves -5.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 214.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Clippers at Timberwolves key injuries

Clippers

F Kobe Brown (back) out
G Kawhi Leonard (knee) out
F Norman Powell (hamstring) questionable
F P.J. Tucker (not with team) out

Timberwolves

F Joe Ingles (soleus) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Clippers at Timberwolves picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 108, Timberwolves 103

Moneyline

The Clippers have held opponents to 105 or fewer points in 6 of their last 7 games and under 100 points in 5 of their last 6 contests.

Opponents have scored 110 points or more in 5 of the last 6 for Minnesota.

The Clippers are in a groove right now, winning 6 of 7 and the Wolves are sputtering losing 7 of 9.

BET CLIPPERS (+190).

Against the spread

The Clippers are 12-7-1 ATS. The Wolves are 6-12 ATS, 2 games worse than their 8-10 overall W/L record.

The Clippers’ last 6 covers have been outright wins, including 3 games as underdogs like this matchup.

With good plus odds on the moneyline, that is the better value and bet, so the spread isn’t as profitable.

PASS.

Over/Under

The Clippers are 7-13 O/U this season. Their last 3 games had totals surpassing 215 points, but the 3 games before that did not. Meanwhile, 6 of the Timberwolves’ last 10 games have gone Over the projected total.

In both meetings played in Minnesota last season, the total did not go above 214 points. The Under won in 3 of 4 meetings last season.

BET UNDER 214.5 (-110).

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LA Clippers at Washington Wizards odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s LA Clippers at Washington Wizards odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The LA Clippers (11-8) and Washington Wizards (2-14) meet Wednesday at the Capital One Arena. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Clippers vs. Wizards odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Clippers won 2-0 last season

The Clippers saw their 5-game win streak snapped in a 126-94 loss to the Boston Celtics on Monday. They missed covering as 10.5-point road underdogs with the Over 218.5 hitting. Struggles from beyond the arc hurt, as LA shot just 26.9% (7-of-26). C Ivica Zubac stood out, posting his 4th straight double-double with 23 points and 10 rebounds.

The Wizards extended their losing streak to 12 games on Tuesday, falling to the Chicago Bulls 127-108. They failed to cover as 5.5-point home underdogs as the Under 243.5 hit. F Kyle Kuzma led all scorers with 23 points, adding 7 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 steals. However, Washington struggled inside, getting outscored 60-46 in the paint, highlighting their interior defensive woes.

Clippers at Wizards odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 12:05 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clippers -550 (bet $550 to win $100) | Wizards +400 (bet $100 to win $400)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers -10.5 (-110) | Wizards +10.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 222.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Clippers at Wizards key injuries

Clippers

C Mo Bamba (knee) questionable
F Kobe Brown (back) questionable
G Noah Powell (hamstring) questionable

Wizards

G Jordan Poole (hip) out
F Tristan Vukcevic (knee) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Clippers at Wizards picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 116, Wizards 102

Moneyline

PASS.

The Clippers (-500) will win this game comfortably on Wednesday night which is why I’m going to take my bet to the spread.

Against the spread

BET CLIPPERS 10.5 (-110).

The Clippers have owned the Wizards recently, winning and covering in 6 straight matchups. Under Ty Lue, the Clippers are a disciplined, well-coached team, having covered 5 of their last 6 games. Meanwhile, Washington continues to struggle, going 1-4-1 ATS over its last 6. The Wizards lack consistency and have routinely been overmatched as double-digit underdogs, making them a tough team to trust in this spot, especially playing the second leg of a back-to-back.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 222.5 (-105).

I like the Under with the Wizards playing the second leg of a back-to-back and missing leading scorer Poole. The Under has hit in 4 of Washington’s last 5 games and is 4-3 in their home games. The Clippers have hit the Under in 4 of their last 6 games, and it’s 4-2 when they’re favored. These teams combine for 217.2 points per game, nearly 5 points below the posted total.

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