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LA Lakers (26-16) at LA Clippers (19-24)
- When: Jan 22 2026, 10:00 PM
- Where: Intuit Dome, Inglewood, CA, USA
- TV: Prime Video
LA Lakers vs LA Clippers Preview & Prediction
Spread: LA Clippers -1.0
Moneyline: LA Clippers (-110)
Total: 224.0
Los Angeles Clippers Betting Breakdown
The Clippers season flipped the moment they punched back against the Lakers in late December. Sitting at 6 and 21 at the time, Los Angeles turned a gritty defensive showing into a statement win that sparked a 13 and 3 surge and put playoff talk back on the table.
That momentum briefly stalled Tuesday in Chicago, where tired legs showed up fast. A brutal second quarter avalanche turned the night into damage control, and even strong scoring efforts could not erase the defensive breakdowns. Still, this group has been far more reliable on that end lately, trimming its points allowed by nearly nine per game during the recent run.
Kawhi Leonard remains the biggest swing factor. He missed the road trip with a knee bruise but is trending toward a return. When he has been on the floor lately, he has looked aggressive and unstoppable, carrying the offense while setting the tone defensively.
John Collins has quietly been the glue piece. His scoring consistency and ability to exploit mismatches inside has added balance to a lineup that no longer relies on one creator.
Clippers Player Prop Pick: James Harden over 8.5 assists
Even on off shooting nights, his playmaking remains central, especially if Leonard is limited.
Los Angeles Lakers Betting Breakdown
The Lakers opened a grueling road stretch with an impressive win in Denver, and it was Luka Doncic who stole the spotlight. His triple double performance showcased exactly why the offense flows best when the ball is in his hands from start to finish.
The defensive turnaround in that win stood out just as much. After a slow start, Los Angeles locked in, held Denver under 40 points in the second half, and flipped the script with smarter rotations and better help defense.
Health remains the concern. Austin Reaves is still sidelined, leaving a scoring and spacing gap on the perimeter. Deandre Ayton avoided serious injury and is expected to be available, which matters against a Clippers frontcourt that has improved but still struggles with size.
This team has proven it can score in bunches, but consistency has been elusive, especially late in close games.
Lakers Player Prop Pick: Luka Doncic over 31.5 points
He has dominated this matchup before and remains the offensive engine.
NBA Final Score & Expert Prediction
With the Clippers favored by a single point, this line reflects how tight the matchup truly is. The Clippers have been better defensively at home, while the Lakers bring momentum and elite shot creation.
The total sits at 224, and recent trends suggest controlled pace early with scoring spikes late.
Final Score: Clippers 113, Lakers 109
Lean: LA Clippers -1.0
Total: Under 224.0
- NBA Basketball Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
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