Trail Blazers vs. Clippers Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on January 16th, 2025

Arena and City where Trail Blazers vs. Clippers will be playing

The stage is set for an NBA game between the Trail Blazers and Clippers on January 16th, 2025, in Portland, OR at Moda Center, and be sure to check out the picks and predictions to win with your bets.

Introduction to the Trail Blazers vs. Clippers betting tip and prediction

Don't miss the Western Conference clash taking place on January 16th, 2025, starting at 21:00. The Trail Blazers enters as 6.5 point underdogs in the contest. The previous game between these two teams was a pick’em and the Clippers won, 125-117. The over/under for the upcoming game is 220.5 points.

In the 2024-2025 basketball season, we're all familiar with the significance of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's explore how different teams are succeeding from long distance. The Trail Blazers are currently knocking down 34.1% of their 3-pointers, displaying their accuracy from beyond the arc. On the other hand, the Clippers are converting 36.3% of their shots from long range, highlighting their proficiency in this aspect. The Trail Blazers are dedicating 40% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Clippers are taking 40% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Portland Trail Blazers

How are the Trail Blazers playing this season?

The Trail Blazers comes into this game with a 13-26 record, and they are currently 13th in the Western Conference standings. The Trail Blazers are 4-6 in their last 10 games.

Did the Trail Blazers win their most recent game?

No, Trail Blazers fell to the Nets, 132-114. Scoot Henderson scored 24 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Trail Blazers

The leading scorer for the Trail Blazers this season is Anfernee Simons, who is averaging 18.7 points per game. He scored 3 points on 1-for-6 shooting in his previous regular-season meeting against the Clippers. In the last game, he scored 18.25 points in DraftKings and 16.2 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Trail Blazers

Coming into the January 16th, 2025 contest, Deandre Ayton leads the Trail Blazers with 10 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 11.5 points in DraftKings and 10.6 fantasy points in FanDuel. Anfernee Simons has a team-high 5 assists per game. He scored 18.25 DraftKings points and 16.2 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Trail Blazers is Toumani Camara (1.4 steals per game). He has 42.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 44 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Robert Williams III is leading the way for the Trail Blazers with 1.7 blocks per game

Trail Blazers Team Analysis

The Trail Blazers' point differential this season is -8.4 points per game, which ranks 28th in the NBA. They are averaging 108.4 points per game while allowing 116.8 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Trail Blazers are making 12.3 shots per game, which ranks 24th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Trail Blazers are making 15.8 per game, which ranks 23rd in the NBA.

Projected Trail Blazers Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Clippers, the Trail Blazers' starting lineup consisted of Deandre Ayton, Toumani Camara, Kris Murray, Anfernee Simons and Scoot Henderson. For the upcoming matchup, the Trail Blazers has the following injuries: Deni Avdija is questionable (ankle), Jerami Grant is out (face) Matisse Thybulle is out (knee) and Robert Williams III is questionable (illness).

Los Angeles Clippers

How are the Clippers playing this season?

The Clippers head this game with a 22-17 record, and they are currently 5th in the Western Conference standings. The Clippers are 6-4 in their last 10 games.

Did the Clippers win their most recent game?

Yes, Clippers defeated the Nets, 126-67. Paul George scored 31 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Clippers

The leading scorer for the Clippers this season is Norman Powell, who is averaging 23.7 points per game. Norman Powell also leads the team in minutes played per game with 33.48.

Other Team Leaders for the Clippers

Ivica Zubac is leading the way with 12.6 rebounds per game. James Harden is dishing out a team-high 8 assists per game. In terms of steals, the Clippers' leader is Cam Christie with 2 steals per game. The blocks' leader for the Clippers is Ivica Zubac, who is sending back 1.2 shots per game.

Clippers Team Analysis

The Clippers' point differential this season is 2.3 points per game, which ranks 9th in the NBA. They are averaging 109.4 points per game while allowing 107.1 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Clippers are making 12.5 shots per game, which ranks 21st in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Clippers are making 16.9 per game, which ranks 16th in the NBA.

Projected Clippers' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Trail Blazers, the Clippers' starting five were Ivica Zubac, Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, Terance Mann and James Harden. For the upcoming matchup, Clippers has the following injuries: Trentyn Flowers is out (wrist) and Jordan Miller is questionable (hip).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Trail Blazers coming into this game as 6.5 point underdogs the suggestion is to bet at the Clippers.

Money Line betting suggestion

Trail Blazers are a 6.5 money line underdog for the game against the Clippers, and the suggestion is to pick the Clippers.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Trail Blazers and Clippers is 220.5 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Trail Blazers and Clippers have combined for just 1 overtime game this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.