The Los Angeles Clippers continue their homestand against the number two seed in the Eastern Conference, the Boston Celtics. LA suffered a very embarrassing los
Kawhi Leonard, Boston Celtics
Boston’s starting five is finding cohesion, and its defense stifled Golden State. The Celtics’ ability to stay consistent will be tested against the Clippers, who sit fifth in the Western Conference standings and sport a 15-7 record at the Intuit Dome.
The Clippers could be severely shorthanded when they face the Celtics with multiple rotation players listed on the injury report.
Boston will need to be vigilant that old habits vs. banged-up and lesser ball clubs don't make a winnable game into a struggle -- or worse, a loss.
Los Angeles aims to extend its four-game win streak with a victory against Boston. Wednesday's matchup is the first this season for the teams.
With the defending champs boasting an elite defense and the Clippers continuing their stingy play, Douglas Farmer anticipates a low-scoring clash at the Intuit Dome tonight.
Fresh off a 40-point romp to begin their run through California, the Boston Celtics now head down the coast for a matchup with the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday night in Inglewood, Calif.
Leonard has played just five games this season, as star guards James Harden and Norman Powell have had to carry the offense on their backs. Both Harden and Powell are having All-Star-caliber seasons and have played huge roles in LA's success.
Boston Celtics are keeping an eye on star forward Jayson Tatum's status for the January 22 game against the Clippers. Tatum is questionable with a shoulder injury, impacting the team's already notable season.
Los Angeles Clippers starting center Ivica Zubac will be out against the Chicago Bulls after sustaining an eye-injury in their previous game.