Los Angeles Clippers vs San Antonio Spurs Matchup

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

  • The Clippers are currently 19-13.
  • Defensively, Los Angeles are giving up 107.3 points per game.
  • The Clippers are coming off a 116-113 win vs. the Spurs.
  • The Spurs sit at 16-16.
  • San Antonio has an effective field goal percentage of 53% (20th).
  • The Spurs are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Clippers.

Clippers vs Spurs Prediction

At 7:00 ET, the San Antonio Spurs (-174) will host the Los Angeles Clippers (+146) in a Western Conference matchup. The Spurs are favored by 4 points and the over/under line is set at 217. The Clippers are currently on a 3-game win streak and sit 5th in the Western Conference. The Spurs are 9th in the West and have a record of 16-16.

This game will be played at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio and can be seen on FDSS.

Clippers vs. Spurs Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Los Angeles Clippers at San Antonio Spurs
  • Where: San Antonio at Frost Bank Center
  • Date: Tuesday, December 31st
  • Betting Odds SA -4, LAC +146 | SA -174 O/U 217

Clippers Preview: Can the Clippers Grab a Win in San Antonio?

The Clippers improved to 19-13 on the season with a 116-113 road win over the Pelicans on Monday. Despite being favored by 4.5 points, Los Angeles didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total of 229 points exceeded the O/U line of 218.5 by 10.5 points.

New Orleans went on a 14-0 run, extending their lead from 48-45 to 62-45. The Clippers battled back, winning the 3rd quarter 31-28 and the 4th quarter 29-23 to complete the comeback.

Norman Powell's 35-point performance, including 16 in the 4th quarter, led the Clippers to a win over the Pelicans. James Harden added 27 points, hitting 5 threes at a 50% rate, with 13 of his points coming in the 3rd quarter.

Ivica Zubac contributed 20 points and 16 rebounds, scoring 9 points in the final period. The Clippers shot 47.7% from the field and made 13 threes, hitting 35.1% from beyond the arc.

Despite a rough start, giving up 37 points in the 1st quarter, the Clippers tightened up defensively, allowing just 23 points in the 4th to secure a 116-113 win over the Pelicans. They also had a strong 2nd quarter, holding New Orleans to 25 points.

Overall, the Clippers allowed the Pelicans to shoot 51% from the field, including 48% from three-point range, where they made 18 threes. The Clippers sent the Pelicans to the line 14 times, where they made 11 free throws. Defensively, the Clippers recorded 11 steals and 2 blocks.

Spurs Preview: Can the San Antonio Offense Score Enough at Home?

The Clippers improved to 19-13 this season with a 116-113 win over the Pelicans on Monday. Despite being favored by 4.5 points, L.A. didn’t cover the spread, winning by just three. The game’s total score of 229 points exceeded the 218.5-point line.

New Orleans went on a 14-0 run, extending their lead from 48-45 to 62-45. The Clippers responded by winning the 3rd quarter 31-28 and closed strong, outscoring the Pelicans 29-23 in the 4th.

In their 112-110 loss to the Timberwolves, the Spurs shot 43.7% from the field and made just 11 threes at a 28.2% clip. Victor Wembanyama led the way with 34 points, hitting 4 threes at 33.3%, while Harrison Barnes added 24 points, shooting 75% from deep with 3 made threes.

Devin Vassell contributed 22 points, also making 3 threes at 42.9%. Wembanyama scored 13 points in the 4th quarter, and Vassell added 13 in the 3rd.

Defensively, the Spurs gave up 112 points in their loss to the Timberwolves, with their toughest stretch coming in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed 32 points. They held Minnesota to 25 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters but gave up 30 in the 4th.

San Antonio did well in defending the three, limiting the Timberwolves to 11 made threes on 25% shooting. They also sent Minnesota to the line 19 times, where they hit 15 free throws. The Spurs finished with 6 steals and 4 blocks.

Clippers vs Spurs Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • Across the Clippers last three road games, the team averaged 109 points per game while allowing 112. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 1-2, while going 2-1 straight-up.
  • When looking at their past ten home matchups, San Antonio has an ATS record of 6-4 while averaging 108 per game. The team went 4-6 overall in these games.
  • As the betting underdog, the Clippers have an ATS record of 2-1 in their last three games. In these matchups their, straight up record was 2-1.
  • As the betting favorite, the Spurs have an ATS record of 3-2 in their last five games. In these matchups their, straight up record was 5-0.

Clippers vs Spurs Prediction

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