Los Angeles Clippers vs Denver Nuggets Preview, Prediction, and Odds
The Los Angeles Clippers and Denver Nuggets are set to clash in an exciting matchup on Monday, November 27, 2023, at 10:30 PM ET at the Crypto.com Arena (Los Angeles). Here’s a comprehensive preview of the game, including betting odds, and a game prediction.
Match Prediction Los Angeles Clippers vs Denver Nuggets
The Nuggets are the favorite to win this game, but the Clippers are always a dangerous team. I predict the Nuggets to win this game by a score of 114-106.
Head to Head
| Season | Overall | Regular Season | Playoffs |
|---|---|---|---|
| All-time | Nuggets lead 111-90 (55.5%) | Nuggets lead 97-75 (56.3%) | Nuggets lead 14-15 (46.7%) |
| Last 10 meetings | Clippers lead 6-4 | Clippers lead 4-2 | Nuggets lead 2-2 |
| Last 5 meetings | Nuggets lead 3-2 | Nuggets lead 2-1 | Clippers lead 1-1 |
As you can see, the Nuggets have the overall edge in the head-to-head rivalry, but the Clippers have been closing the gap in recent years. The two teams have split their last 10 meetings, and the Clippers have won two of the last five matchups.
Los Angeles Clippers vs Denver Nuggets Preview
The Los Angeles Clippers (3-6) will face the Denver Nuggets (8-2) on Monday at the Crypto.com Arena (Los Angeles). The Clippers are coming off a 105-101 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday. The Nuggets suffered a 107-104 loss to the Houston Rockets on Sunday.
The Clippers have struggled this season, but they still have a lot of talent. Kawhi Leonard and Paul George are averaging over 20 points per game, and Reggie Jackson is averaging 17.3 points per game. The Nuggets are one of the best teams in the NBA, led by reigning MVP Nikola Jokic. Jokic averages 26.3 points, 11.3 rebounds, and 8.5 assists per game.
Los Angeles Clippers vs Denver Nuggets Odds
- Moneyline: Nuggets -250, Clippers +190
- Spread: Nuggets -6.5
- Over/Under: 222.5
FAQs for Los Angeles Clippers vs Denver Nuggets
Why are the Clippers in Los Angeles?
The 1981–82 season brought ultimately unwelcome changes to the franchise as Levin sold the team to Los Angeles-area real estate developer and attorney Donald Sterling for $12.5 million.
Have the Clippers won a chip?
They passed the first round of the playoffs seven times (1975–76, 2005–06, 2011–12, 2013–14, 2014–15, 2019–20 and 2020–21). The Clippers have never won league or Conference titles.
Have the Clippers always been from LA?
The franchise was founded in 1970 as the Buffalo Braves, one of three expansion teams to join the NBA that year. The Braves moved from Buffalo, New York to San Diego, California in 1978 and became known as the San Diego Clippers. In 1984, the Clippers moved to Los Angeles.
Who is the Denver Nuggets star player?
star Nikola Jokic
While fans get a glimpse of Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic, there is so much more to the reigning Finals MVP that fans do not see.
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Conclusion
This should be a close and exciting game between two of the best teams in the Western Conference. The Nuggets are the favorite to win, but the Clippers are always a dangerous team. I can’t wait to see how this game turns out!
