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Horse Racing Los Angeles Clippers vs Denver Nuggets Prediction, Preview, Team News and Schedule, Injury Report, 4th April 2024
The Denver Nuggets will continue their quest to secure the top seed when they battle the Los Angeles Clippers. The Nuggets have won 2 of the 3 meetings between the two sides this season. Our Los Angeles Clippers vs Denver Nuggets prediction is for the Nuggets to cover the 3.5 spread.
The Nuggets are favorites with an implied probability of 61.7% to win this one at 1.62 odds, while the Clippers are available at 2.35 odds. The point spread is +/-3.5 points and the total points line is at 218.0.
The Los Angeles Clippers will settle scores with the Denver Nuggets on Thursday night at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California for a Western Conference clash. For more NBA picks from Agbeniga Ayobami and other basketball experts, visit our Expert Insights section.
Clippers vs Nuggets Prediction and Picks
Moreover, the Nuggets have a strong track record against the Clippers, having won 8 of their last 9 meetings and covering the spread in 6 of their last 8 encounters. The absence of the Clippers’ top scorer, Kawhi Leonard, who averages 23.7 points per game, is expected to have a significant impact on their performance against the reigning champions.
Given these factors, the Nuggets are in a favorable position to secure a victory and maintain their pursuit of the top seed in the Western Conference standings.
Clippers vs Nuggets Game Info
- Date: Friday, April 5th, 2024
- Time: 03:00 (CET)
- Arena: Crypto.com Arena.
- Location: Los Angeles, California, USA.
Los Angeles Clippers Injury Report, Team News, Schedule
The Los Angeles Clippers recently suffered a setback with a 109-95 defeat against the Sacramento Kings, halting their three-game winning streak. Presently, they hold the fourth position in the Western Conference with a record of 47 wins and 28 losses. The Clippers are dealing with several key injuries, with Kawhi Leonard (knee), Joshua Primo (left lower-leg injury), Jordan Miller (Achilles injury), and Moussa Diabate all sidelined.
The Clippers have a 35-40 record against the spread (ATS) for the season. Offensively, they average 116.0 points per contest and shoot 49.2% from the field, ranking them sixth in the league in field goal percentage. They also average 82.1% free-throw shooting percentage and grab 41.8 rebounds per game.
However, their rate of assisting teammates ranks 22nd in the league at 25.6 times per game, and they commit an average of 12.9 turnovers per game. Defensively, the Clippers allow opponents to shoot 37.0% from beyond the arc and convert 77.4% of their free-throw attempts. They allow 26.5 assists and 41.1 rebounds per game, ranking them 12th and 5th in the league, respectively.
The Clippers rank 11th in the NBA, giving up 112.7 points on average. They force 12.8 turnovers per game and allow teams to shoot 47.1% from the field, placing them 14th in the NBA in opponent field goal percentage.
Next 5 Games
- April 5th vs Jazz
- April 6th vs Cavaliers
- April 9th vs Suns
- April 10th vs Suns
- April 12th vs Jazz
Denver Nuggets Injury Report, Team News, Schedule
The Denver Nuggets are currently in excellent form, winning 6 of their last 8 games and sitting top of the Western Conference with a record of 53 wins and 23 losses. Their recent victories include a 110-105 win over the Spurs. However, they face some injury concerns, with Zeke Nnaji listed as doubtful and Jamal Murray questionable. Nikola Jokic and Aaron Gordon are probable, while Vlatko Cancar remains sidelined.
This season, the Nuggets hold a 34-40-2 record against the spread (ATS). They average 114.5 points per contest, ranking 14th in the league, and shoot 49.4% from the field. The Nuggets shot 37.2% from 3-point range and 76.5% from the free-throw line. They average 43.1 rebounds per game, and rank 3rd in assists with 29.3 per game. However, they also commit 12.3 turnovers per game and 18.2 fouls per game.
Defensively, the Nuggets force opponents into 12.1 turnovers per game and draw 18.0 personal fouls. They allow opponents to shoot 35.7% from beyond the arc and rank 6th in the league in points allowed per game at 109.8. Their opponent’s shooting percentage is 46.4%, and they surrender 40.9 rebounds per game as a team.
Next 5 Games
- April 6th vs Hawks
- April 9th vs Jazz
- April 10th vs Timberwolves
- April 12th vs Spurs
- April 13th vs Grizzlies
Clippers vs Nuggets Betting Trends
- The Clippers are 35-40-0 ATS.
- The Nuggets are 34-40-2 ATS.
- The Nuggets are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games against an opponent in the Western Conference.
- The Nuggets are 8-1 SU in their last nine games against the Clippers
Los Angeles Clippers vs Denver Nuggets H2H
The Clippers and the Denver Nuggets have met a total of 192 times in the regular season, with the Clippers securing 84 victories and the Nuggets winning 108 times. Their most recent encounter took place on December 6, 2023, when the Clippers claimed a 111-102 victory at home over the Nuggets.
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