LA Clippers Favored to Extend Dominance Over Struggling Washington Wizards

The Los Angeles Clippers are set to face the Washington Wizards on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at Capital One Arena, with the Clippers heavily favored to win. The Clippers, currently holding an 11-8 record, are coming off a 126-94 loss to the Boston Celtics, which ended their five-game winning streak. Despite this setback, the team remains confident, especially given their recent form and the Wizards’ ongoing struggles.

The Washington Wizards, with a dismal 2-14 record, are on a 12-game losing streak, including a recent 127-108 defeat at the hands of the Chicago Bulls. The Wizards’ poor performance is highlighted by their defensive woes, conceding an average of 123.2 points per game, the worst in the NBA.

The Clippers have a strong historical advantage over the Wizards, having won nine out of their last ten head-to-head matchups. In their most recent encounter, the Clippers secured a convincing 140-115 victory at Crypto.com Arena.

From a betting perspective, the Clippers are favored by 10.5 points, with odds reflecting an 84% chance of them winning. The over/under for the game is set at 223 points. Analysts recommend betting on the Clippers to cover the spread and for the game to go over the total points line.

Injury concerns for the Clippers include Norman Powell (left hamstring strain), Mo Bamba (left knee injury recovery), and Kobe Brown (back soreness), all listed as questionable. The Wizards are missing key players as well, with Jordan Poole (sore left hip flexor) listed as questionable and Saddiq Bey (left knee ACL surgery recovery) among those out.

The game is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM ET and can be watched on FanDuel SN – SoCal and streamed on Fubo, subject to regional restrictions.