The LA Clippers are gaining steam and now look to sweep their season series with the Memphis Grizzlies.

Catch the game tomorrow at 10:30 AM, Manila time.

AWAY: Memphis Grizzlies (43-27, 18-16 AWAY)

Projected starting five:

  • Scotty Pippen Jr.
  • Desmond Bane
  • Jaylen Wells
  • Santi Aldama
  • Jaren Jackson Jr.

The Grizzlies have been inconsistent lately, going 2-3 in their last five games while averaging 117.4 points per game and surrendering 121.6 points in return. Their struggles have been amplified by the absence of star guard Ja Morant, who has missed the last three games due to a shoulder injury. If Morant remains sidelined, Scotty Pippen Jr. is expected to start again, and he has been solid in that role, averaging 13.8 points and 5.5 assists as a starter this season.

Desmond Bane and Jaren Jackson Jr. will continue to lead the Grizzlies, with Bane providing scoring and shooting from the wing and Jackson anchoring the defense and contributing on offense. Role players like Santi Aldama, Luke Kennard, and rookies Zach Edey and Jaylen Wells will need to step up to support the team’s top players. However, the Grizzlies are 0-2 against the Clippers this season with a -9.0 net rating, and they’ll need a collective effort to turn things around against a surging Clippers squad.

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HOME: LA Clippers (39-30, 24-10 HOME)

Projected starting five:

  • James Harden
  • Kris Dunn
  • Norman Powell
  • Kawhi Leonard
  • Ivica Zubac

The Clippers are rolling, winning seven of their last eight games while averaging 119.3 points and allowing just 107.0 points per game in that span. Their recent success has been fueled by a balanced attack and improved defense, making them one of the most dangerous teams in the league. Kawhi Leonard continues to be a two-way force, while James Harden provides elite scoring and playmaking. Ivica Zubac’s vast improvement and presence in the paint has been pivotal, and Norman Powell’s return, who himself is having one of the best campaigns of his career prior to the injury, adds another scoring threat.

In their two wins over the Grizzlies this season, the Clippers showcased their depth and versatility. With their offense clicking and their defense locking down opponents, the Clippers are in an excellent position to extend their hot streak. If their role players continue to contribute and their stars deliver as expected, the Clippers should have no trouble completing the season series sweep on the Grizzlies.

PICKS:

Spread: Clippers (-7)

Over/Under: Over (231.5)

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