Charlotte Hornets vs Los Angeles Clippers Matchup

Keep reading to see our Clippers vs Hornets NBA prediction In this article we will outline who will come away with the win and cover the spread.

  • The Clippers' record sits at 27-20.
  • Los Angeles has an effective field goal percentage of 54% (15th).
  • The Clippers are coming off a 128-116 win vs. the Hornets.
  • The Hornets' record sits at 12-32.
  • Defensively, Charlotte are giving up 112.0 points per game.
  • The Hornets are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Clippers.

Clippers vs Hornets Prediction

At 7:00 ET, the Los Angeles Clippers (-1023) will take on the Charlotte Hornets (+660) in a non-conference matchup. The Clippers are favored by 14 points and the over/under line is set at 211. The Hornets have lost two straight and are 14th in the Eastern Conference, while the Clippers are 6th in the Western Conference.

This game will be played at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte and can be seen on FDSS.

Clippers vs. Hornets Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Los Angeles Clippers at Charlotte Hornets
  • Where: Charlotte at Spectrum Center
  • Date: Friday, January 31st
  • Betting Odds LAC -14, LAC -1023 | CHA +660 O/U 211

Clippers Preview: Does Los Angeles Stand a Chance on the Road?

The Clippers improved to 27-20 on the season with a 128-116 win over the Spurs on Wednesday. Playing on the road, Los Angeles entered the game as -3.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 244, surpassing the O/U line of 220.

After trailing 32-30 after the 1st quarter, the Clippers took control by winning the 2nd quarter 35-28. The Spurs narrowed the gap by taking the 3rd quarter 32-29, but the Clippers pulled away in the 4th, outscoring San Antonio 34-24, highlighted by a 13-0 run that took the score from 108-107 to 120-108.

Norman Powell and Kawhi Leonard each scored 27 points in the Clippers' 128-116 win over the Spurs, with Powell adding 8 rebounds and Leonard contributing 7 assists. Ivica Zubac posted a double-double with 21 points and 22 rebounds, while James Harden also chipped in 21 points.

The Clippers shot 52.7% from the field and made 12 three-pointers at a 50% clip. Powell and Leonard each hit 3 threes, connecting at 50% from deep.

Defensively, the Clippers gave up 116 points to the Spurs, allowing 32 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters. However, they tightened up in the 4th, giving up just 24 points. Overall, the Spurs shot 48% from the field.

From beyond the arc, the Clippers held the Spurs to 14 made threes on 33% shooting. They also sent the Spurs to the line 25 times, where they made 18 free throws. The Clippers grabbed 40 defensive rebounds while allowing 7 offensive boards and recorded 7 steals.

Hornets Preview: Will Charlotte Come Through as Home Underdogs?

The Clippers improved to 27-20 on the season with a 128-116 win over the Spurs on Wednesday. Los Angeles was favored by 3.5 points and covered the spread, while the total score of 244 points exceeded the O/U line of 220.

After trailing 32-30 at the end of the 1st quarter, the Clippers took control by winning the 2nd quarter 35-28. Although the Spurs edged them 32-29 in the 3rd, the Clippers dominated the 4th quarter, outscoring San Antonio 34-24, thanks to a decisive 13-0 run that extended their lead from 108-107 to 120-108.

The Hornets struggled offensively in their loss to the Nets, shooting just 33.7% from the field and 28.6% from three-point range, hitting 10 threes overall. Miles Bridges led the way with 23 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 38.1% from the floor.

Vasilije Micic added 15 points, making 4 threes at a 66.7% clip, and Moussa Diabate contributed 13 points on 83.3% shooting. Bridges scored 12 of his points in the 3rd quarter, while Micic and Diabate each added 6 points in the 4th.

Even with a solid defensive effort, the Hornets couldn’t overcome the Nets on Wednesday, allowing 104 points in the loss. Charlotte gave up 26 points in the 1st quarter and 27 in the 2nd, with Brooklyn scoring 31 in the 3rd. The Hornets tightened up in the 4th, holding the Nets to 20 points.

Charlotte limited Brooklyn to 10 made threes on 31% shooting from deep. The Nets also went 16/20 from the free-throw line. The Hornets grabbed 34 defensive rebounds, allowing 7 offensive boards, while adding 6 steals and 7 blocks.

Clippers vs Hornets Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • In their last ten games away from home, the Clippers have a straight up record of 4-6 while going 4-6 vs. the spread. The team averaged 107 points per game in this stretch.
  • Across their three previous home games, Charlotte has an ATS mark of 1-1-1. Their straight up record in these matchups was 2-1 while averaging 120 points per game.
  • In their last three games as the betting underdog, the Hornets have a straight up record of 1-2 and an ATS mark of 1-1-1.
  • In their last five games as the betting favorite, the Clippers have a strong straight up record of 3-2. In addition, their ATS record was 3-2 in these scenarios.

Clippers vs Hornets Prediction

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