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May 4, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; LA Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) drives to the basket between Toronto Raptors guard Fred VanVleet (left) and forward Stanley Johnson (5) during the third quarter at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports
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May 4, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; LA Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) drives to the basket between Toronto Raptors guard Fred VanVleet (left) and forward Stanley Johnson (5) during the third quarter at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports
The Charlotte Hornets face off against a Western Conference juggernaut in the Los Angeles Clippers tonight at 7:00 PM EST.
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After a shocking at the hands of the Knicks, the Clippers came roaring back in their next have blowing out the Raptors 115-96. It was all-round performance against a weakened Raptors side as players like Terrance Mann and Ivica Zubac came up with big time performances scoring 20 and 18 points, respectively. With the playoffs coming up, the Clippers will hope that their superstar Kawhi Leonard can get back his rhythm in their three remaining games.
The Charlotte Hornets suffered from their second consecutive loss as the Denver Nuggets beat them 117-112. Injuries have ravaged the Hornets this season and currently they are missing some of their key starters from their roster going up against the Clippers. With the Pacers having the same record, Charlotte might drop to the ninth spot of the play-in tournament if they continue their dwindling form.
Predictions
The Clippers have been in fine form recently when three victories in their last four games. While the Hornets have been struggling with injuries and have lost three of their last four games. Given the form the Clippers are in and given that they have a rather fitter squad available in the match-up, the Clippers are clear favorites in this match-up.
Los Angeles Clippers’ injury updates and predicted lineup
The Clippers will miss a couple of players through injuries. Serge Ibaka is sidelined with a back injury. Amir Coffey is out as he has to adhere to the league’s health and safety protocols.
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Mar 27, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; LA Clippers guard Paul George (13) shoots the ball during the first half against the Philadelphia 76ers at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports
Probable Lineup
Patrick Beverley (G)
Paul George (G)
Kawhi Leonard (G)
Marcus Morris Sr. (F)
Ivica Zubac (C)
Charlotte Hornets injury updates and lineup prediction
The Hornets will be missing multiple key players against the Clippers. Forward Gordon Hayward is out with a foot injury while key forward Miles Bridges is sidelined as he has to adhere to the league’s health and safety protocols. Guards Nate Darling and Coby Martin are out as they recover from an ankle injury. Forward Caleb Martin is sidelined due to a thumb injury.
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Feb 20, 2021; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward P.J. Washington (25) and Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball, right, hug Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier after Rozier hit the game-winning shot against the Golden State Warriors at Spectrum Center. The Charlotte Hornets won 102-100. Mandatory Credit: Nell Redmond-USA TODAY Sports
Probable Lineup
LaMelo Ball (G)
Terry Rozier (G)
PJ Washington (F)
Jalen McDaniels (F)
Bismack Biyombo (C)
