Spurs vs Clippers

The Clippers will enter Tuesday night’s Western Conference tilt riding the momentum of a two-game win streak, determined to lock in their playoff seeding with just a handful of games left in the regular season. Kawhi Leonard’s return to form—averaging 24.6 points over his last five games—and James Harden’s steady facilitation will prove critical against a San Antonio team limping to the finish line. The Spurs have dropped five of their last six and are already eliminated from postseason contention, which limits their competitive ceiling. To make matters worse, they’ll be without Victor Wembanyama, who is out for the season due to deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder. Devin Vassell remains questionable with a knee issue, while the rest of the rotation—including Tre Jones, Keldon Johnson, and Zach Collins—has struggled to find consistent rhythm. Meanwhile, the Clippers are close to full strength, with only Amir Coffey sidelined due to knee swelling. Leonard, Harden, Paul George, and Ivica Zubac give Los Angeles a strong edge on both ends, and with home-court advantage, the likelihood of an upset is slim. While the -800 moneyline offers minimal return, the Clippers remain the safer pick. This bet receives a B- due to its high probability but low payout ratio. Odds and availability are subject to change.

Paul George and the Clippers are eyeing home-court security as the postseason nears, and they are catching the Spurs at a perfect time to tighten their defensive screws. San Antonio has dropped five of their last six and continues to flounder near the Western Conference basement, though Victor Wembanyama is no longer available to anchor their lineup—he’s out for the season with deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder. With the Spurs also potentially missing key wing Devin Vassell, who is listed as questionable with a knee issue, their offense becomes predictably one-dimensional and significantly diminished. Instead of preparing for Wemby, the Clippers’ robust frontcourt—anchored by Ivica Zubac and a healthy Kawhi Leonard—will likely turn their defensive focus to Keldon Johnson and Zach Collins. Historically, Kawhi and PG13 have feasted defensively on the Spurs, holding them to sub-110 point totals in six of their last seven meetings. Meanwhile, the Clippers—winners of two straight—may lean conservative offensively as they prioritize health and defensive rhythm over pace in a late-season tune-up. With playoff seeding on the line for LA and very little tempo coming from either squad—especially one like San Antonio that ranks in the bottom five in road offensive efficiency—this looks like a game that stays well below the total. Odds and availability are subject to change.

Victor Wembanyama’s recent dominance can’t factor into this one, as the Spurs will be without their star rookie due to a season-ending case of deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder. San Antonio may be 32-45, but they’re not riding a three-game win streak—they’ve actually lost five of their last six heading into L.A., and their frontcourt is now without its anchor. Meanwhile, the Clippers have dropped four of their last six, struggling with consistency and missing key contributors Norman Powell and Russell Westbrook, both currently sidelined with injuries. Los Angeles still boasts Paul George and Kawhi Leonard, but they’ve struggled to blow out opponents late in the season, especially with Tyronn Lue carefully managing minutes ahead of the playoffs. Devin Vassell, who is questionable with a lingering knee issue, has averaged over 20 points in his last three outings against the Clippers, but his status further complicates San Antonio’s offense. While L.A. needs the win to bolster playoff seeding in the tight Western race, covering a -12.5 line feels inflated given their uneven form and the Spurs’ nothing-to-lose mentality. Take the Silver and Black to hang within the number. Odds and availability are subject to change.