The Los Angeles Clippers will take on the Philadelphia 76ers for the second time this season on Friday night. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series and make a Clippers-Sixers prediction and pick.
Los Angeles has won seven games in a row, which is the longest streak in the NBA. Philadelphia just regained sole possession of first place in the Eastern Conference with their win against the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday night.
Here’s how sportsbooks have set the opening Clippers-76ers odds.
NBA Odds: Clippers-Sixers Odds
Los Angeles Clippers +3 (-112)
Philadelphia 76ers -3 (-108)
Over 220.5 Points (-110)
Under 220.5 Points (-110)
Why The Clippers Could Cover The Spread
The Los Angeles Clippers are one of the hottest teams in basketball, currently riding a seven-game winning streak. The Clippers are finally pulling away from the Lakers and the Nuggets in the Western Conference standings. Los Angeles has a tough three-game road stand on their hands, especially since they'll be without Kawhi Leonard, Serge Ibaka, and Pat Beverley for the foreseeable future. The absence of Serge Ibaka will be tough in a game that sees big man Joel Embiid on the other side of the court.
Paul George has picked up the slack for his team. He has played in five of the Clippers' last seven wins and is averaging 28.3 points, 5.8 rebounds, 5.5 assists, and 1.3 steals in those games. Los Angeles won their last game against the Pistons without Kawhi or PG on the floor. Reggie Jackson led the way against his former team with 29 points, including the game-winning bucket. Ivica Zubac played side-kick with 18 points and 13 rebounds of his own. The Clippers are 5-1 in their last six games on the road.
Why The Sixers Could Cover The Spread
The Philadelphia 76ers have won 10 of their last 14 games and are currently on a three-game winning streak. The Sixers hold the top spot in the east, thanks to Wednesday's crucial win against the rival Nets. Joel Embiid had a dominant game against Brooklyn with 39 points and 13 rebounds. He is averaging 30.2 points and 9 rebounds per game over his last five.
Ben Simmons was an assist shy of a double-double and Tobias Harris added 26 points in an impressive all-around effort. Philadelphia has been playing with so much chemistry on the court and have finally opened up the floor on offense. They are so good in Philly, going 21-5 in their home games this season. The Sixers score 117 points and allow 110 points per game in their home affairs. Philadelphia is 9-1 ATS in their last 10 head-to-head meetings with the Clippers.
Final Clippers-Sixers Prediction & Pick
This will be an exciting Friday night matchup with a playoff atmosphere. The close line translates into a hard-fought battle that'll come down to the wire. In a game like this, I have to side with the Sixers on their home court. Their record at home is extremely promising and their track record with the Clippers is icing on the cake. Philadelphia will not have to worry about Kawhi on the offensive end and Serge on the defensive end. Look for Joel Embiid to continue his phenomenal play and have his way yet again.
FINAL PICK: Philadelphia 76ers -3 (-108)
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