Los Angeles Clippers vs Portland Trail Blazers Prediction, Preview, & Odds – 1/16/2025

• Date: January 16, 2025
• Venue: Moda Center

Betting Odds

LA Clippers vs Portland Trail Blazers Win Probabilities

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LA Clippers vs Portland Trail Blazers Betting Preview

The LA Clippers (22-17) face off against the Portland Trail Blazers (13-26) in a Thursday Night matchup at Moda Center, set to tip off at 10:00 PM ET. This game marks a challenging back-to-back for the Clippers, who played just a day prior and are coming off a dominant 126-67 victory over the Brooklyn Nets. However, the quick turnaround could hinder their performance, especially considering they have dropped their last four road games.

Despite their recent struggles, the Clippers enter as favorites, with a spread of -6.0 and a moneyline of -245, suggesting an implied win probability of 68%. Conversely, the Trail Blazers are listed at +205 on the moneyline, with an implied win probability of 32%. The Blazers are also in a rough patch, having lost three consecutive games, including a 132-114 defeat to the Nets in their last outing.

The Clippers will need to overcome fatigue and road woes to secure a win, while the Trail Blazers will look to snap their losing streak at home. Both teams have shown vulnerabilities, with the Clippers struggling to find their rhythm away from home and the Trail Blazers unable to capitalize on their opportunities.

As the game approaches, bettors will be keenly watching how the Clippers manage their fatigue and whether the Trail Blazers can find a spark to turn their season around. With both teams in need of a win, this matchup promises to be an intriguing battle on the court.

LA Clippers vs Portland Trail Blazers Prediction

Final Score: LA Clippers 132.62 vs Portland Trail Blazers 95.94

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