The National Basketball Association is back in action on Thursday, and we have a great matchup slated at the Oracle Arena. The Los Angeles Clippers will take on the Golden State Warriors. The Clippers are fourth in the Western Conference with their 35-21 record. The Clippers are just ½ game ahead of the Jazz.
The Golden State Warriors start the season half of the season with the best record in the game. The Warriors have won 47 out of 56 games this season, and lead the Spurs by 4 games in the Western Conference. Golden State won their final game before the All Star Break over Sacramento. The Golden State Warriors are -8.5 over the Clippers in this game. Find out more about the updated NBA betting lines here.
Here’s A Closer Look At The Los Angeles Clippers Vs Golden State Warriors Lines, Expert Pick & TV Info
When: Thursday, February 23, 2017
Where: Oracle Arena, Oakland
TV: ESPN
Stream Option: Watch ESPN
Odds: Warriors -8.5
Why Bet on Warriors
Steve Kerr and the Golden State Warriors already know they cannot beat their win total from a season ago. But, the Warriors can still win 70 games this season. If Golden State wins 21 out of their final 24 games, they will reach 70. The Warriors are the top scoring team in all of the National Basketball Association. Golden State is scoring 118.2 per game.
Kevin Durant has taken over as the top scorer for the Warriors. Durant is scoring more than 28 points per game, while Steph Curry is adding 20+ as well. Golden State holds the largest divisional lead in all of the National Basketball Association. The Warriors are 12 games up on their opponent, the Clippers in the Pacific Division.
Why Bet on Clippers
The Los Angeles Clippers are looking to start a second half surge, which could possibly get them over the hump in the Western Conference. The Clippers are the fourth seed in the Western Conference, but know they must have full health to make a run. Los Angeles is scoring more than 107 points per game, which is 8th in the league.
Chris Paul and Blake Griffin have both missed time this season. Due to that, the Clippers are led by J.J. Reddick in scoring, with more than 15 points per game. The Clippers would need to win 18 out of their final 26 games to tie their win total from a season ago.
Expert Pick & Score Prediction
Good luck to the Los Angeles Clippers. The Golden State Warriors are healthy, and rested. The Warriors just have too many weapons. Golden State has had a history of playing really well against the Clippers. Look for more of the same in this game. The Warriors score points, and score them at will in this win over the Clippers.
Los Angeles has many questions swirling around them with trade rumors. While they have a talented roster, they are going to have a tough time putting it all together in this game. The final bet for this game on Thursday is the Golden State Warriors -8.5 over the Los Angeles Clippers.
