LA Clippers (49-32) at Golden State (48-33)
- When: Apr 13 2025, 3:30 PM
- Where: Chase Center, San Francisco, CA, USA
- TV: NBCS-BA
NBA Game Preview & Pick: Clippers vs. Warriors
Spread: Golden State -3 | Total: 219.5
The final day of the regular season brings major playoff implications as the Los Angeles Clippers visit the Golden State Warriors in what’s essentially a win-or-risk-the-play-in showdown. With the Western Conference standings logjammed, this one’s got the stakes and intensity of a playoff opener.
Golden State Warriors Outlook:
The Warriors (48-33) have won six of their last seven and are peaking at the right time. A win here could lock them into a guaranteed playoff spot—pending other outcomes—but a loss could send them tumbling into the dreaded play-in scenario. Stephen Curry, despite a recent scare to his thumb, is expected to suit up and lead the charge. He’s averaging over 22 points in two games vs. the Clippers this season and will be leaned on heavily, especially with the team’s postseason hopes riding on this one.
Golden State’s home-court edge at Chase Center is significant in this spot, and they’ve recently dialed in defensively. With Jimmy Butler now in the mix, the Dubs also have an X-factor who hasn’t faced LA in previous matchups.
Player Prop to Watch:
Look for Curry to go over 25.5 points, especially with the urgency of a playoff-type setting and the added motivation of seeding control.
Los Angeles Clippers Outlook:
At 49-32, the Clippers have put together a strong campaign, but one slip-up here could erase home-court dreams and push them into play-in territory. They’ve already beaten the Warriors three times this season—giving them the head-to-head tiebreaker—but Sunday’s game could be a different beast.
James Harden and Norman Powell have been key contributors in the season series. Powell has torched Golden State for 23.3 points per game in three meetings, and he’ll again be a pivotal scoring option, especially if Kawhi Leonard remains limited or out.
LA’s defense has held up well against the Warriors’ motion offense so far, but containing a fully healthy and desperate squad on the road is another challenge.
Player Prop to Watch:
Norman Powell over 18.5 points is appealing given his strong history vs. the Warriors and high-volume role in this matchup.
Betting Prediction:
This is a classic high-pressure spot, and while the Clippers have had Golden State’s number earlier in the season, the Warriors are a different beast with the postseason on the line—especially at home.
Pick: Warriors -3
Lean Under 219.5 — Expect playoff-style intensity with slowed tempo and tight defense
Score Prediction: Warriors 111, Clippers 104
The Dubs protect home court and book their ticket to the playoffs — no play-in required.
- NBA Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
