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Thursday morning’s game between the Lakers and the Clippers at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles marks the first Hallway Series of the NBA season. Fans will be eager to see the result between the two LA teams.
Our basketball expert Agbeniga Ayobami has a 3.40.-odds bet builder ready for the early hours of Thursday’s clash, but if you want more expert opinions & predictions, visit our Expert Insights section.
Same-Game Parlay odds: 3.40
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The LA Clippers have carried their momentum from last season into the current campaign. Although they were defeated by the Phoenix Suns in the playoffs, their average points per game (PPG) in the postseason ranked third at 115.6. In the 2022-23 NBA regular season, they averaged 113.6 PPG.
This season, the Clippers have excelled on both ends of the court. They currently rank 5th in the league in PPG with an impressive 121.3. Their three-point shooting percentage is unparalleled, leading the league at 41.4%. The Clippers also boast the second-highest field goal percentage at 52.3%. They secure 43.0 rebounds and distribute 25.3 assists per game.
The Clippers definetly stand out with an average of 11.3 steals per game, leading the league in this category. They also average 6.0 blocks, 15.7 turnovers, and 19.3 personal fouls per game. Paul George has been a sensation, averaging 2.7 steals per game, which ranks fourth in the league. With their impressive performance, it will be challenging for the Lakers to dominate the Hallway Series.
Both LA teams, the Lakers and the Clippers, have been doing their best in terms of scoring this season. Anthony Davis of the Lakers is doing exceptionally well in grabbing rebounds. He’s ranked third in the league with 13.8 rebounds per game, showing his ability to help his team secure possession of the ball.
For the Clippers, Ivica Zubac has an impressive field goal percentage of 73.9%, and this efficiency in scoring in the paint is a significant asset for the team.
When it comes to scoring, the Clippers have a slight edge, averaging 121.3 points per game, while the Lakers average 110.0 points per game. Rebounding is also in favour of the Lakers, as they grab an average of 44.8 rebounds per game. Additionally, they have good teamwork, with 25.5 assists per game.
With these strengths and differences, the Battle of LA is shaping up to be an exciting and action-packed showdown between two competitive teams.
Although the Lakers have traditionally been known for their defensive strength, this season, the LA Clippers have made a name for themselves as an offensive force. In fact, in the three games they’ve played so far, they’ve consistently scored at least 118 points.
They recorded a 123-111 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers, a close 120-118 loss to the Utah Jazz, and most recently, they dominated the San Antonio Spurs with a commanding 123-83 win.
This offensive strength from the LA Clippers is certainly a noteworthy development this season and adds an interesting dimension to the competitive landscape of the league.
The Lakers will miss some of their players with Cam Reddish and Rui Hachimura listed as doubtful.
On the other hand, Jarred Vanderbilt, who is dealing with a heel injury, had a recent evaluation by team doctors, and the verdict is that he will be re-evaluated in two weeks. As of now, he won’t be able to participate in the game. Additionally, Jalen Hood-Schifino will not be available for this game.
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