Golden State Warriors vs. LA Clippers 11/18/24 – The Golden State Warriors (10-2) head to Los Angeles in a western conference clash against the LA Clippers (7-7) at the Intuit Dome this Monday. The Warriors have begun the season strongly and gradually building form, which tells you they are finding their rhythm again. The Clippers, on the other hand, are still in search of a stabilizing factor that will help them climb up the congested Western Conference ladder. There are playoff implications for the fans, as this game has a lot on the line.
| When: | Monday, November 18, 2024 at 10:30 PM ET |
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| Where: | Intuit Dome |
| TV: | NBAt |
| Stream: | NBA League Pass |
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The Warriors enter as the favorites with a -5.5 spread and -128 moneyline, reflecting their solid season start and robust performances. However, the Clippers, with a +5.5 spread, are no pushovers, especially given their home-court advantage where they’ve excelled against Golden State in recent matchups. Betting trends suggest an inclination towards a high-scoring game, with the total set ambitiously at 222.
| Team | SP/RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Warriors | 222 over (-110) | -5.5 (-110) | -128 |  |
| Clippers | 222 under (-110) | +5.5 (-110) | +109 | |
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Buddy Hield (SG) vs. Norman Powell (G)
This season, the Golden State Warriors shooting guard Buddy Hield is on fire, scoring 17.7 points on average per game in just around 25 minutes. His three-point shooting and floor-spacing ability have greatly aided Golden State’s offensive tactics. Although Hield has started just one game, his contribution comes off the bench, which is crucial as he can deliver good scoring in important game situations as a first option.
This season, Norman Powell for the Clippers has been spectacular as he is now scoring an average of 23.6 points per game while playing for 33.9 minutes as well. Having begun in all of his 12 appearances, he has been pivotal to the Clippers’ success with his explosive performance. He is a versatile offensive player as he can penetrate and finish strong at the rim, and has respectable shooting from the outside.
It is amusing to see these two players, Hield and Powell, battle against each other because they play the game quite differently. Hield spreads the floor with his shooting prowess which stretches out defenses, while Powell’s fearless attacking style keeps a defense locked in around the rim. Given their strengths, the outcome of their duel could alter the direction of the game and its final score completely.
Warriors’ Statistical Dominance: A Closer Look
The Golden State Warriors have been dominant offensively, averaging 121.3 points per game with a 47.5% shooting accuracy. Their proficiency from the three-point line is especially significant, averaging 16.3 three-pointers per game at a 39.2% rate. This offensive firepower was evident in their recent win against the Dallas Mavericks. Additionally, their strong rebounding, averaging 49 rebounds per game, plays a crucial role in controlling the game’s pace and maintaining possession.
Clippers’ Home Court Hold: Analyzing the Stats
LA Clippers have an average of 109.2 points per game, but their defense consistently stands strong, especially at home. Their home total has been under in four of the last five home games which clearly shows their defensive strategies and implementation. The Clippers grab approximately 46 boards per game while committing fewer turnovers when playing at home, which means they are efficient with their increases in scoring opportunities.
Trends
Golden State Warriors Betting Trends
Golden State are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 games.
The total has gone OVER in 7 of Golden State’s last 7 games.
Golden State are 8-1 SU in their last 9 games.
Golden State are 2-4 ATS in their last 6 games against LA Clippers.
Golden State are 1-5 SU in their last 6 games against LA Clippers.
LA Clippers Betting Trends
The total has gone OVER in 6 of LA Clippers’ last 9 games against Golden State.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of LA Clippers’ last 5 games at home.
LA Clippers are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games when playing at home against Golden State.
LA Clippers are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 games against an opponent in the Western Conference conference.
LA Clippers are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 games against an opponent in the Pacific Division division.
Golden State Warriors vs. LA Clippers Betting Prediction
Considering the trends and stats, the Warriors seem to be in a good position to win again. However, the Clippers’ home strength and their most recent wins in head-to-head games have to be respected. With both teams expecting an aesthetic show, there would be a good case for the over on 222. But the Warriors’ depth and scoring options seem too much for the Clippers’ defense to bear, predicting them the winners in this outlook.
Even though the Clippers are tough at home, the Warriors are a much safer bet because of their composure to perform in crunch time situations and depth to score. Players like Hield who have shown strong shooting, could add value to the 3-point prop bets.
Score Prediction: Warriors 118, Clippers 110.
