In this NBA regular season preview between Trail Blazers and Clippers, see who like to win the game and cover the spread.
- The Trail Blazers head to Inglewood for a matchup with the Clippers.
- Defensively, Portland are giving up 114.8 points per game.
- The Trail Blazers are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Clippers.
- The Clippers welcome the Trail Blazers with a 2-1 record.
- The Clippers are averaging 111.3 points per game so far.
- The Clippers are coming off a 112-104 win vs. the Trail Blazers.
Trail Blazers vs Clippers Prediction
In a Western Conference matchup, the 2-1 Clippers (-361) will host the 1-3 Trail Blazers (+288) at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood. Tip-off is scheduled for 10:30 ET and the game will be televised on KATU.
The over/under line for tonight's game is currently sitting at 213.5 points.
Trail Blazers vs. Clippers Matchup At A Glance
- Sport: NBA
- Teams: Portland Trail Blazers at Los Angeles Clippers
- Where: Inglewood at Intuit Dome
- Date: Wednesday, October 30th
- Betting Odds LAC -8.5, POR +288 | LAC -361 O/U 213.5
Trail Blazers Preview: Can the Trail Blazers Pull Off a Road Win?
The Trail Blazers dropped to 1-3 on the season after a 111-98 road loss to the Kings on Monday. Portland entered the game as +12.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread, losing by 13. The total score of 209 points fell short of the 231-point O/U line.
A key moment in the game was a 12-0 run by the Kings, which extended their lead from 63-58 to 75-58. Portland was down 89-71 going into the 4th quarter but outscored Sacramento 27-22 in the final period.
In their loss to the Kings, the Trail Blazers managed just 98 points, shooting 42.2% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 4 threes at an 18.2% clip.
Deandre Ayton led the way with 20 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 58.8%. Scoot Henderson added 18 points, while Jabari Walker chipped in 15, scoring 9 of those in the 4th quarter.
The Trail Blazers had a strong defensive showing in the 1st and 4th quarters, but a tough 3rd quarter where they allowed 38 points contributed to their 111-98 loss to the Kings. Portland gave up 14 three-pointers, with Sacramento shooting 40% from beyond the arc.
Portland sent the Kings to the line 25 times, where they converted 23 free throws. The Blazers recorded 34 defensive rebounds, allowing 9 offensive boards, and added 5 steals and 4 blocks.
Clippers Preview: Will Los Angeles Make it Happen at Home?
The Trail Blazers fell to 1-3 on the season after a 111-98 loss to the Kings on Monday. Portland, who entered the game as +12.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 209 points fell short of the 231-point O/U line.
A 12-0 run by the Kings stretched their lead from 63-58 to 75-58. Portland trailed 89-71 going into the 4th quarter but outscored Sacramento 27-22 in the final period.
The Trail Blazers struggled offensively in their 111-98 loss to the Kings, hitting just 18.2% from beyond the arc, making only 4 threes. Their overall field goal percentage was 42.2%.
Deandre Ayton led Portland with 20 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 58.8% from the field. Scoot Henderson added 18 points, while Jabari Walker contributed 15, scoring 9 in the 4th quarter.
Despite a rough start, the Clippers' defense tightened up after the 1st quarter, allowing just 20 points in the 2nd and 25 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters to hold the Warriors to 104 points. Overall, they limited Golden State to 43% shooting from the field.
From beyond the arc, the Clippers held the Warriors to 32% shooting, with 14 made threes. They also sent Golden State to the line 22 times, where they made 14 free throws. Defensively, the Clippers recorded 11 steals and 2 blocks.
Trail Blazers vs Clippers Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis
- Across their five previous road games, Portland has an ATS mark of 2-3. Their straight up record in these matchups was 2-3 while averaging 96 points per game.
- In their last ten games at home, the Clippers have a straight up record of 7-3 while going 5-5 vs. the spread. The team averaged 106 points per game in this stretch.
- Going back to their previous three games as the underdog, Portland has an ATS mark of 2-1 while going 1-2 straight up.
- In their last three games as the betting favorite, the Clippers have a straight up record of 1-2 and an ATS mark of 0-3.
Trail Blazers vs Clippers Prediction
- KnupSports.com Free Betting Pick: Trail Blazers +8.5 Be sure to check out our other NBA Basketball betting previews for this week. KnupSports.com also updates their sports betting picks page daily with plays across all sports.