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Utah Jazz at LA Clippers odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Utah Jazz (29-47) square off against the LA Clippers (48-28) Friday with tip-off from Crypto.com Arena set for 10:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Jazz vs. Clippers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Jazz have lost 10 in a row and 13 of 14 after a 129-113 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers Tuesday. They are just 2-8 ATS in the last 10 games. F Brice Sensabaugh has busted out with 22 points in consecutive games. He is 11-for-19 (57.9%) during the stretch.

The Clippers took out the Denver Nuggets 102-100 Thursday night without F Kawhi Leonard, who is out again Friday. F Paul George had 28 points, and C Ivica Zubac was a difference-maker with 14 points and 15 boards. The Clippers have won 4 of 5.

Jazz at Clippers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:19 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Jazz +550 (bet $100 to win $550) | Clippers -800 (bet $800 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Jazz +12.5 (-110) | Clippers -12.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Jazz at Clippers key injuries

Jazz

G Jordan Clarkson (back) out
F John Collins (back) out
C Walker Kessler (nose) questionable
F Lauri Markkanen (shoulder) out

Clippers

F Kawhi Leonard (knee) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Jazz at Clippers and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 107, Jazz 101

Moneyline

This is a bit of a trap game for the Clippers as they’re firmly entrenched as the No. 4 seed in the West. I just don’t have it in me to take the plunge on Utah without Markkanen.

So I’m targeting Zubac here. The team is on a back-to-back, and they’re likely trying to build his confidence up as they’ll need him in the postseason. He has double-doubles in 3 straight and is averaging 16 PPG and 12.7 RPG during the stretch.

Take IVICA ZUBAC DOUBLE-DOUBLE (-120).

Against the spread

I like the Jazz here, and this is why: The Clippers are averaging just 107 PPG over the last 5. They won 4 of those! So this is really a question of whether Utah can score 97 to stay within range. They have done so in 10 straight – while losing all of them.

Take the JAZZ +12.5 (-110).

Over/Under

The Clippers are 6-4 O/U in their last 10, and Utah is 4-6. The last matchup went Under 225.5 in December, and that’s more indicative of the Jazz, and that game had Leonard and Clarkson.

Take the UNDER 223.5 (-110).

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LA Clippers at Portland Trail Blazers odds, picks and predictions

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

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For the 2nd time in 3 nights, the LA Clippers (43-25) have a road game against the Portland Trail Blazers (19-50). Tip-off from Moda Center is at 10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Clippers vs. Trail Blazers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Clippers lead 3-0

The Clippers beat the Blazers 116-103 on Wednesday, covering the 12-point spread as favorites to snap a 2-game losing streak. They are 2-4 in their last 6 games. They are 4th in the West, 5 games out of the top spot and 3 1/2 behind the No. 3 Timberwolves.

The Blazers have lost 4 games in a row and 8 of 10. They have long been eliminated from postseason contention.

Clippers at Trail Blazers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:45 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clippers -1100 (bet $1,100 to win $100) | Trail Blazers +675 (bet $100 to win $675)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers -13.5 (-105) | Trail Blazers +13.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 216.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Clippers at Trail Blazers key injuries

Clippers

G Terance Mann (shoulder) questionable
F Norman Powell (leg) questionable
G Russell Westbrook (hand) out

Trail Blazers

G Malcolm Brogdon (elbow) out
F Jerami Grant (hamstring) doubtful
G Shaedon Sharpe (abdominal) out
G Anfernee Simons (knee) probable
F Matisse Thybulle (ankle) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Clippers at Trail Blazers picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 119, Trail Blazers 110

Moneyline

The Clippers have won all 3 meetings against the Blazers this season, and have beaten them 8 straight times. They are 21-14 on the road while the Blazers are 11-25 at home. While the Clippers have struggled a little recently, the Blazers have dropped 8 of 10 games.

There is no reason to believe the Blazers will pull off the outright win and betting the Clippers at -1100 are awful odds for a single wager.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Clippers have covered the spread in 2 of their 3 wins over the Blazers, winning by 12, 5 and 13 points. They have covered the spread in 5 of their last 6 wins. But in their last 12 wins, only 2 would have covered the spread for this game.

Portland is 4-5-1 ATS in its last 10 games. Of their last 8 losses, only 2 have been by more than 13 points.

It is tough to blow out teams in consecutive games, so while I expect a win by the Clippers, I’m wary of the larger spread after they barely covered the 12-point spread on Wednesday.

BET TRAIL BLAZERS +13.5 (-115).

Over/Under

The total in Wednesday’s game was 219 points and that was the lowest total in 3 meetings this season.

Four of the Clippers’ last 6 games have had totals higher than 216 while the last 3 for the Blazers have been higher than 216.

BET OVER 216.5 (-110).

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Los Angeles Clippers at Los Angeles Lakers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Los Angeles Clippers at Los Angeles Lakers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Los Angeles Clippers (3-1) face off against the Los Angeles Lakers (2-2) Wednesday. Tip-off from crypto.com Arena is set for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Clippers vs. Lakers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Clippers won 4-0 last season

Los Angeles added yet another future Hall of Famer Tuesday by trading for G James Harden from the Philadelphia 76ers. I am interested to see what starting lineup coach Tyronn Lue will put out. Both G Russell Westbrook and Harden are more ball-dominant guards, and the success of this team hinges on what their minutes together will look like and whether or not Westbrook will go back to more of a bench role. Harden is not expected to play in this game, but it is possible.

The Lakers escaped with a 106-103 win Monday vs. the Orlando Magic, failing to cover as 3.5-point home favorites. F Anthony Davis and G D’Angelo Russell shined in the win for Los Angeles. Davis finished with 26 points and 19 rebounds, while Russell scored 28 with 8 assists while shooting 10 of 14 from the field.

Clippers at Lakers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 2:41 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML):Clippers +170 (bet $100 to win $170) | Lakers -210 (bet $210 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers +5.5 (-110) | Lakers -5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 225.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Clippers at Lakers key injuries

Clippers

Not yet submitted

Lakers

F Rui Hachimura (eye) doubtful
G Jalen Hood-Schifino (patella) out
F Cam Reddish (foot) probable
F Jarred Vanderbilt (heel) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Clippers at Lakers picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 108, Lakers 102

Moneyline

LEAN CLIPPERS (+170).

The Clippers have been a team that has had a surprisingly solid start to the season offensively, and if all the stars are healthy, that should continue here. This is a Lakers squad that has had no real consistency offensively to start the year, and that will have to change if this team plans to beat a Clippers team that is 11-0 in the last 11 matchups with the Lakers. Davis has been on a tear since struggling in the season opener vs. Denver, and his play is the only thing giving the Lakers a chance in this matchup.

Against the spread

BET CLIPPERS +5.5 (-110).

This Clippers team has looked very good to start the season but has not played against any real competition. The Lakers have been very inconsistent to start the season, especially their role players, and many fans are questioning the abilities of coach Darvin Ham. Look for the Clippers to keep this one close as the Lakers do not have a true identity yet and still have a lot to figure out offensively.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 225.5 (-110).

Neither of these teams are known to possess 1 of the top offenses in the NBA, and that trend should continue here. The Lakers have been a bad 3-point shooting team to start the season, only averaging 9.5 makes from that range a game, and that is often times a key to lower-scoring offenses in today’s NBA. The Lakers have also hit the Under in 3 of their 4 games this year.

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Orlando Magic at Los Angeles Clippers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Orlando Magic at Los Angeles Clippers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Orlando Magic (2-1) and Los Angeles Clippers (2-1) meet Tuesday at Crypto.com Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Magic vs. Clippers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Magic won series 2-0 in 2022-23

The Magic suffered a 106-103 loss in this very same building on Monday night against the Los Angeles Lakers, although Orlando hung on for the cover as a 3.5-point underdog at most shops. The Under cashed for the 3rd time in 3 games to date, while Orlando is a perfect 3-0 against the spread (ATS).

The big news for the Clippers is that they’re likely to be quite shorthanded. That’s because Los Angeles completed a trade overnight to acquire G James Harden from the Philadelphia 76ers, as well as F P.J. Tucker, while the Clips send swingman Nic Batum, F Robert Covington, F KJ Martin and F Marcus Morris Sr. east, while also swapping picks.

Los Angeles won 123-83 last time out on Sunday against the San Antonio Spurs. Covington played 26 minutes in the starting lineup, while Martin scored 10 points in 18 minutes off the bench, while Batum played 15 minutes. So the bench will be short on Tuesday.

Magic at Clippers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:58 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Magic +220 (bet $100 to win $220) | Clippers -275 (bet $275 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Magic +6.5 (-110) | Clippers -6.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 219.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Magic at Clippers key injuries

Magic

Not yet submitted

Clippers

G Brandon Boston Jr. (quadriceps) out
G Terance Mann (ankle) out
G Norman Powell (foot) questionable
C Ivica Zubac (thigh) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Magic at Clippers picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 111, Magic 107

Moneyline

The Clippers (-275) will cost you almost 3 times your potential return, and that’s risky business considering the short bench with the overnight trade and several injuries.

If the Magic (+220) hadn’t played an emotional game in the front end of a back-to-back on Monday, they might’ve been the sneaky play here.

PASS.

Against the spread

The MAGIC +6.5 (-110) are the play, as Orlando has cashed in 3 straight games to open the season.

The Clippers -6.5 (-110) just annihilated Wemby and the Spurs last time out, and they’re 2-0 ATS in 2 games at home this season. However, with a short bench, play the visitors. While they played Monday, the Magic don’t have to travel, so that mitigates some of the risk, as they won’t be as tired as having traveled from another city in a back-to-back.

Over/Under

UNDER 219.5 (-110) is worth a play.

The Under cashed in Sunday’s game for the Clippers, as they allowed just 83 points. And again, the Los Angeles offense and rotation could be in a little disarray with the big trade.

For Orlando, the Under has cashed in all 3 games to date, averaging in the bottom third of the NBA in points scored (107.0), while ranking No. 1 in the NBA in points allowed (96.3), while limiting teams to 44.3% shooting from the field.

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San Antonio Spurs at Los Angeles Clippers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s San Antonio Spurs at Los Angeles Clippers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Los Angeles Clippers (1-1) welcome the San Antonio Spurs (1-1) to Crypto.com Arena Sunday. Tip is set for 9 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Spurs vs. Clippers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting of 2023; Clippers won all 4 meetings last season

The Clippers beat the Portland Trail Blazers 123-111 to kick off their season Wednesday, covering as 9.5-point home favorites. Los Angeles lost to the Utah Jazz 120-118 on the road in its 2nd game, failing to cover as a 4.5-point favorite. LA is 1-1 against the spread (ATS) and 2-0 O/U. It is led by F Paul George, who is averaging 31.5 points per game.

The Spurs lost to the Dallas Mavericks 126-119 at home Wednesday to open their season, failing to cover as 4.5-point underdogw. They then beat the Houston Rockets 126-122 in overtime Friday, covering as 3.5-point favorites. San Antonio is 1-1 ATS and 2-0 O/U. G Devin Vassell is averaging a team-high 24.0 points.

Spurs at Clippers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:34 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Spurs +290 (bet $100 to win $290) | Clippers -375 (bet $375 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Spurs +8.5 (-105) | Clippers -8.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 227.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Spurs at Clippers key injuries

Spurs

None

Clippers

G Terance Mann (ankle) out
F Marcus Morris Sr. (coach’s decision) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Spurs at Clippers picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 115, Spurs 110

Moneyline

PASS.

The Clippers have 2 developed stars that have played well this season. At home against a young Spurs team still figuring out how to maintain a lead, Los Angeles should win.

At -375, there’s no value backing it here.

Against the spread

BET SPURS +8.5 (-110).

The Spurs should’ve covered against the Mavericks and held a lead for most of that game. They have the talent to hang close with the Clippers and have the size behind No. 1 overall pick F Victor Wembanyama, who is averaging 2.0 blocks a game, to ensure shots around the rim are difficult.

The Spurs lost to the Jazz Friday and may struggle to find offense after George and F Kawhi Leonard. The Spurs played well enough against the Mavs to assume they can keep this game within 9 points.

Take SPURS +8.5 (-110).

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 227.5 (-110).

The Clippers are shooting a league-best 52.7% from the field, and the Spurs are shooting 50.3% from the field, the 6th-best percentage in the league. Those will cool off, especially as no team topped 48% for the entire season last year.

Both teams also rank in the bottom 10 in turnovers per game, so this could be a sloppy one. Assuming these teams come back to reality after both have started 2-0 O/U, back UNDER 227.5 (-110).

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Portland Trail Blazers at Los Angeles Clippers odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Portland Trail Blazers and Los Angeles Clippers meet Wednesday to open their 2023-24 NBA seasons. Tip-off from Crypto.com Arena is set for 10:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Trail Blazers vs. Clippers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Clippers won 3-0 last season

Portland had one of the busiest offseasons of any team, trading away superstar G Damian Lillard to the Milwaukee Bucks and acquiring C Deandre Ayton, C Robert Williams III, and G Malcolm Brogdon. The Trail Blazers also drafted G Scoot Henderson with the 3rd pick in the 2023 draft.

Los Angeles had a relatively uneventful offseason that included the re-signing of G Russell Westbrook to a 2-year deal and F/C Mason Plumlee to a 1-year deal, and acquiring F Kenyon Martin Jr. from the Houston Rockets.

Trail Blazers at Clippers odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:04 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Trail Blazers +315 (bet $100 to win $315) | Clippers -400 (bet $400 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Trail Blazers +9 (-108) | Clippers -9 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 227.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Trail Blazers at Clippers key injuries

Trail Blazers

None

Clippers

G Bones Hyland (ankle) day-to-day
G Terance Mann (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Trail Blazers at Clippers picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 118, Trail Blazers 105

Moneyline

PASS.

Los Angeles will pick up the win here, but a -400 favorite is never worth the risk of betting on. Bet on the spread and/or O/U instead.

Against the spread

BET CLIPPERS -9 (-112).

I expect it to take some time for this young Trail Blazers team to find its footing as many of its players don’t have experience playing together. Los Angeles is also the much better team and I don’t see the Blazers having much success guarding the talented duo of F Kawhi Leonard and G/F Paul George.

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 227.5 (-110).

This will likely be a rough and slightly sloppy game for Portland as this is a team that will be looking to build chemistry. The Clippers should have no real trouble with the Blazers, but I do expect the Blazers to have trouble finding ways to score on this Clippers defense. I have trouble believing this will be a game that can hit Over 227.5 total points as neither team really scores in bunches.

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Los Angeles Clippers at Phoenix Suns Game 5 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Los Angeles Clippers at Phoenix Suns odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 4 seed Phoenix Suns return home for Game 5 of the best-of-7 series against the Los Angeles Clippers leading the series 3-1. Tip-off Tuesday at Footprint Center is at 10 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Clippers vs. Suns odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Suns, after losing Game 1 of the series, have won 3 straight, including both games in Los Angeles for Games 3 and 4. They won Game 4 on Saturday 112-100 behind G Devin Bookers’s 30 points and F Kevin Durant’s 31.

The Clippers will be without both G Kawhi Leonard and F Paul George, both of whom have knee injuries.

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Clippers at Suns odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:18 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clippers +600 (bet $100 to win $600) | Suns -900 (bet $900 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers +12.5 (-110) | Suns -12.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Clippers at Suns key injuries

Clippers

F Paul George (knee) out
G Kawhi Leonard (knee) out

Suns

G Cameron Payne (back) probable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Clippers at Suns picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 118, Clippers 104

Moneyline

The Clippers are missing their 2 stars in an elimination game while the Suns have won 3 straight against the Clippers and are fully healthy. Phoenix should close the series out, but it isn’t worth wagering 9 times what you can win on this game.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Suns, who are Suns are 5-3 ATS vs. the Clippers this season, have 1 win in this series by more than 12 points. They have won by 14, 5 and 12 points. While the game should be competitive throughout, it is one of those scenarios where the Suns could pull away for a blowout late.

BET SUNS -12.5 (-110).

Over/Under

The 1st 3 games of the series all had more than 223 total points, but Game 4 only had 212, as the Clippers struggled to score points without both George and Leonard. Three of the 4 regular-season matchups had fewer than 224 points.

BET UNDER 223.5 (-105).

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Los Angeles Clippers at Phoenix Suns Game 1 odds, picks, predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Los Angeles Clippers at Phoenix Suns Game 1 odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The 1st-round series of the Western Conference Playoffs between the No. 4-seed Phoenix Suns (45-37) and the No. 5-seed Los Angeles Clippers (44-38) begins Sunday. Game 1 tips off Sunday evening at 8 p.m. ET at Footprint Center (TNT). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Clippers vs. Suns odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Clippers ended the regular season winning 3 straight games to lock in the 5th seed. They played their final 9 games without F Paul George.

The Suns lost their final 2 games of the regular season resting their starters but had a 7-game winning streak before that to secure home-court advantage in the 1st round.

The season series was split 2-2 in the regular season.

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Clippers at Suns odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:45 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clippers +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Suns -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers +7.5 (-110) | Suns -7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 225.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Clippers at Suns key injuries

Clippers

F Paul George (knee) out

Suns

G Cameron Payne (back) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Clippers at Suns picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 114, Clippers 105

Moneyline

The Suns were 8-0 with F Kevin Durant in the lineup. The Suns have all their key players healthy with Payne questionable.

While the road team won all 4 meetings between the 2 teams this season, with George out and Durant playing, the Suns should be able to take control of the series with a Game 1 win.

That said, -300 odds are not worth a wager.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Suns were 3-1 ATS vs. the Clippers in the regular season. They were 43-38-1 ATS overall, while the Clippers were 40-42 ATS overall.

In 3 of the 4 meetings, the favored team won and covered the spread.

The Suns are 5-1-1 ATS in their last 7 games playing on at least 3 days rest.

BET SUNS -7.5 (-110).

Over/Under

Only 1 of the last 8 meetings have had more than 225 total points.

In their playoff series against each other 2 years ago, 4 of the 6 games had fewer than 225 points.

BET UNDER 225.5 (-110).

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Los Angeles Clippers at Phoenix Suns odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Los Angeles Clippers at Phoenix Suns odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The regular season comes to a close Sunday afternoon with the Los Angeles Clippers (43-38) on the road taking on the Phoenix Suns (45-36). Tip-off is 3:30 p.m. ET at Footprint Center. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Clippers vs. Suns odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Clippers are tied with the Golden State Warriors at 43-38, but hold a tiebreaker and are currently the No. 5 seed in the Western Conference. They have won 2 games in a row and 4 of their last 6. They beat the Trail Blazers 136-125 on Saturday but didn’t cover the 17-point spread as home favorites.

The Suns are locked in as the No. 4 seed in the West. They had a 7-game winning streak snapped on Friday with a 121-107 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers when they sat almost all their starters, failing to cover the 13-point spread as underdogs.

The Suns lead the season series 2-1.

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Clippers at Suns odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Sunday at 9:27 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clippers -600 (bet $600 to win $100) | Suns +425 (bet $100 to win $425)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers -10.5 (-110) | Suns +10.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 225.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Clippers at Suns key injuries

Clippers

F Paul George (knee) out
F Marcus Morris (back) questionable

Suns

C Deandre Ayton (rest) out
C Bismack Biyombo (knee) out
G Devin Booker (rest) out
F Kevin Durant (ankle) out
G Chris Paul (rest) out
G Cameron Payne (back) out
F T.J. Warren (illness) doubtful

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Clippers at Suns picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 122, Suns 109

Moneyline

PASS.

The Suns are resting their 4 best players. The Clippers have the No. 5 seed to play for, setting up a series with the Suns in the 1st round of the playoffs.

A Suns win with the lineup they will have on the floor would be shocking. A Clippers win doesn’t give you enough value for any action, having to wager 6 times what you can win.

Against the spread

Five of the Clippers’ last 6 wins have been by more than 10 points while the Suns lost by 14 in their last game resting their starters. In 3 previous meetings this season, the favorite has won and covered the spread.

BET CLIPPERS -10.5 (-110).

Over/Under

The highest total of 3 previous meetings this season was 223 points. But the Clippers have scored an average of 129.1 points per game in their last 7 wins while the Suns have allowed over 120 points in their last 4 losses.

BET OVER 225.5 (-105).

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Portland Trail Blazers at Los Angeles Clippers odds, picks and predictions

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

The Portland Trail Blazers (33-47) visit the Los Angeles Clippers (42-38) Saturday. Tip-off from Crypto.com Arena is at 4 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Trail Blazers vs. Clippers odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Trail Blazers are playing their final road game Saturday and wrap up their season at home Sunday against the Golden State Warriors. Portland is eliminated from postseason contention and has just 1 win in its last 8 games. The Blazers lost 129-127 to the San Antonio Spurs Wednesday at Moody Center, covering as 5-point underdogs as the Over (227) cashed.

The Clippers are 6th in the Western Conference, trailing the 5th-place Warriors by half a game and just half a game ahead of both the Los Angeles Lakers and New Orleans Pelicans. L.A. finishes its season on the road Sunday at the Phoenix Sun. The Clippers beat the Lakers 125-118 as 1-point home underdogs Wednesday and are 9-5 in their last 14 games.

The Clippers lead the season series 2-0, winning games on the road. L.A. picked up a 118-112 victory as a 4-point underdog on Nov. 29 and won 117-102 as a 4.5-point favorite on March 19. The O/U has split 1-1.

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Trail Blazers at Clippers odds

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

Moneyline (ML): Trail Blazers +1000 (bet $100 to win $1,000) | Clippers -2000 (bet $2,000 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Trail Blazers +17.5 (-115) | Clippers -17.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 229.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Trail Blazers at Clippers key injuries

Trail Blazers

F Drew Eubanks (ankle) questionable
F Jerami Grant (quad) out
G Damian Lillard (calf) out
F Nassir Little (ankle) out
C Jusuf Nurkic (knee) out
F Cam Reddish (back) questionable
G Anfernee Simons (foot) out
G Matisse Thybulle (knee) out
F Trendon Watford (ankle) probable
F Justise Winslow (ankle) out

Clippers

F Paul George (knee) out
F Marcus Morris (back) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Trail Blazers at Clippers picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 119, Trail Blazers 104

Moneyline

The Trail Blazers have half their team ruled out of the game and have given up on the season while the Clippers are still battling for playoff seeding.

The odds aren’t nearly long enough to even consider an upset when almost nobody is playing for Portland and there is too much juice for any action on the Clippers.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Trail Blazers are 20-19 ATS on the road but aren’t likely going to offer much competition. This is likely the sort of game where the Clippers will build a huge lead and pull their starters in the final quarter before play gets sloppy and the Blazers pull somewhat close.

The Clippers have not won a game by more than 16 points since January 26 against the Spurs.

BET TRAIL BLAZERS +17.5 (-115).

Over/Under

The Over is 4-0 in the Clippers’ last 4 home games and 6-1 in their last 7 games overall.

Three of the Blazers’ last 7 games have had 230 or more points.

One of the 2 meetings of the two teams this season hit 230.

BET UNDER 229.5 (-105).

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