Scheduled Date: Monday, November 25, 2024
Venue: TD Garden, Boston, MA
Broadcast: NBC Sports Boston
The Los Angeles Clippers (9-7) are set to face the Boston Celtics (12-3) at TD Garden this Monday.
In their last matchup, the Clippers took on the Magic, securing a win with a score of 104-93. Los Angeles achieved a field goal percentage of 49.4% (38 out of 77) while making 11 of 22 attempts from three-point range. From the free-throw line, they converted 17 of 21 shots for an impressive 81.0% success rate. The Clippers dominated the boards, collecting 49 rebounds, which included 15 offensive rebounds. They also logged 22 assists during the game, forced 14 turnovers, and managed to grab 10 steals. Defensively, the Clippers allowed their opponents to shoot 44.0% from the field (33 out of 75). The Magic provided 21 assists and tallied 11 steals as well. Orlando recorded a total of 24 rebounds (2 offensive, 22 defensive) and achieved 1 block, while converting 79.2% of their free throws by making 19 out of 24 attempts. They had difficulty from beyond the arc, hitting only 8 of 35 attempts. The Clippers committed 22 fouls compared to the Magic’s 17.
James Harden played a pivotal role in the victory, shooting 35.7% from the field and contributing 5 assists. In 34 minutes, he grabbed 7 rebounds and finished with 24 points, hitting 5 of 14 attempts.
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With a current season record of 9-7, Los Angeles averages 108.9 points per game (ranked 25th in the league) and enjoys a field goal percentage of 46.2%. They are making 38.2% of their three-point attempts (203 of 532) and have a free throw success rate of 76.6%. The Clippers pull down an average of 45.8 rebounds each game and have recorded 401 assists this season, which places them 15th in the league for assists. They turn the ball over 17.3 times per contest and are averaging 19.3 fouls per game.
Defensively, the Clippers generate 14.8 turnovers per game while committing 19.8 personal fouls. They rank 12th in the league for assists allowed, with a total of 385 assists surrendered this season. The Clippers’ defense allows opponents to shoot at a field goal percentage of 46.1% (629 of 1,364) and they average 40.9 rebounds allowed per game. They give up 34.9% from three-point range and rank 4th in points allowed per game (108.1).
In their most recent game, the Celtics edged out the Cavaliers with a close score of 120-117. Boston allowed Cleveland to grab 41 total rebounds (12 offensive). The Celtics shot 34.5% from three-point territory, successfully hitting 10 of 29 attempts, and managed to sink 15 of 17 free throw attempts (88.2%). Cleveland shot 49.5% from the field, hitting 46 out of 93 attempts. Boston, on the other hand, went 44 for 86, achieving a shooting percentage of 51.2%. The Celtics excelled from beyond the arc with a 53.7% success rate, making 22 of their 41 shots. They connected on 10 of their free throw attempts, resulting in a 71.4% rate. The Cavaliers committed 15 fouls, giving the Celtics 14 opportunities at the free-throw line. Boston turned the ball over 13 times and made 4 steals while securing a total of 42 rebounds, consisting of 33 defensive and 9 offensive rebounds.
Jayson Tatum was instrumental for the Celtics, shooting 50.0% with 11 made baskets out of 22 attempts, also securing 12 rebounds. He totaled 33 points in 38 minutes on the floor, contributing 7 assists as well.
On the season, Boston holds a record of 12-3. They average 16.5 fouls per game, with an impressive free throw shooting percentage of 81.9%. The Celtics average 25.9 assists (ranking 14th in the NBA) and 12.1 turnovers per game. They have scored a total of 1,823 points (121.5 points per game) and average 42.7 rebounds per game. Their offensive efficiency is highlighted by a 46.3% field goal shooting percentage, ranking them 13th in the league.
Defensively, Boston allows opposing teams to shoot 34.6% from three-point range (182 of 526) and 76.9% from the free-throw line. They surrender 25.7 assists and 43.1 rebounds per game, ranking them 13th in both categories. The Celtics rank 12th in points per game allowed (111.8), forcing opponents into 13.9 turnovers per game while allowing 47.2% shooting from the field (19th in the league).
Free Prediction: Bet on Boston (-10.0)
