On Thursday(01/16), the Portland Trail Blazers(13-26) will clash against the Los Angeles Clippers(21-17) in an NBA Regular-Season match. The Trail Blazers are 13th in the Western Confernce whereas Clippers are #5 in the West. Know about the analysis and the predictions related to this Western Conference affair.
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The Trail Blazers are struggling yet again
The Trail Blazers come into this game after suffering a 18-point loss against the Brooklyn Nets despite a career-high 39-point outing by Scoot Henderson. They have now lost three in a row, with the loss against the Nets being the most disappointing one. The Blazers are both young and lack the personnel to compete at a high level on both ends. Thus, they are en route to land a high pick in the 2025 Draft. However, the franchise has been struggling for too long and need major changes to become a playoff squad.
The Clippers are a decent squad
The Clippers enter the contest after handing the Brooklyn Nets a ruthless 59-point beatdown. They have now won two games in a row and while their performance on the road has been disappointing, they are solid at home. The squad has struggled without Kawhi Leonard but Norman Powell, James Harden, and Ivicca Zubac have kept them over the water. Meanwhile, their defense has also helped them stay afloat as they have conceded just 108.1 points per game(5th).
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Bet 2- Total Over 222.5 for +100 at BetMGM
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This Trail Blazers have been abysmal for most parts. Their loss to the Nets sum up their struggles. Meanwhile, the Clippers also have some work to do since they have lost four in a row away from home. However, the Clippers will most likely end their slide here and register a big win here.
Ivica Zubac can have a 15+ points and 15+ rebounds game here. Meanwhile, Anfernee Simons can bounce back after a sub-par night and score 24+ points.
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