The Golden State Warriors are finally hitting on all cylinders. After a slow start to the season, the team is looking like the defending champions of yesteryear. Golden State took over the top spot in the West with a convincing win over the Nuggets last time out and will aim to keep it rolling with a win over the Los Angeles Clippers.
The Clippers started the season hot but are in the midst of a lull. They are hoping to make the playoffs this season and an upset win over Golden State would be a huge plus. It won’t be easy as the Clippers will be the underdogs despite playing this one at home in NBA wagering.
This NBA basketball game between the Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Clippers will be held at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California at 10:30 p.m. ET on Friday, January 18th, 2019. The game will be nationally televised on ESPN.
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Odds Analysis
The Warriors have a record of 30-14 on the season. They have won five straight games to overtake Denver for the top spot in the West. Golden State has had some issues on the road this season with a record of just 12-8, but when it’s playing well, the team can beat anyone no matter the location.
The Clippers have a record of 24-19 on the year. They have lost three straight and currently sit in the No. 6 spot in the West. However, there are plenty of teams on their tail and Los Angeles has to break out of its funk. The Clippers have played well at home this year with 14 wins in 22 games in NBA betting.
Injury Update
The Warriors are expected to get DeMarcus Cousins on the court for the first time this season against the Clippers. The All-Star center suffered a torn Achilles last season and surprised many by signing with Golden State in the offseason.
The team is rolling behind the quartet of Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green, and now Cousins will give the group even more talent. It remains to be seen how rusty he is but the presence of a talented big man should make the Warriors more dangerous and deep.
Key Stat
51. That’s the number of points the Warriors scored in the first quarter against the Nuggets last time out, flexing their muscle like no one else can in the NBA. Golden State dealt with some internal turmoil early in the season as well as some unexpected losses.
However, the drama and some injury issues seem to be behind them, as Golden State showed in its explosive opening quarter against Denver. The Warriors won the game by a score of 144-111.
Curry and Thompson finished with 31 points apiece, while Durant added 27.
Free NBA ATS Picks
The Clippers were a nice story early on but they have fallen off, while the Warriors have taken their rightful spot atop the West. Golden State should be able to keep it rolling, but keep a close eye on the spread.
The Clippers may be able to make this one a more competitive game than the oddsmakers expect, so consider them to cover in NBA odds.
NBA ATS Pick: Golden State Warriors 121, Los Angeles Clippers 116
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