The Golden State Warriors have won 14 of their last 15 games and are hoping to continue their hot streak against the Los Angeles Clippers, who are fighting to move up in the Western Conference playoff picture.
Projected Starting Lineups
Golden State Warriors (60-13)
G Stephen Curry – 23.7 ppg, 7.9 apg, 2.1 spg
G Klay Thompson – 21.7 ppg, 3.2 rpg
F Harrison Barnes – 10.4 ppg, 5.5 rpg
F Draymond Green – 11.8 ppg, 8.1 rpg
C Andrew Bogut – 6.2 ppg, 8.2 rpg
Los Angeles Clippers (49-25)
G Chris Paul – 18.8 ppg, 10.1 apg
G J.J. Redick – 16.1 ppg, 2.2 rpg
F Matt Barnes – 10.3 ppg, 3.9 rpg
F Blake Griffin – 21.8 ppg, 7.6 rpg, 5.1 apg
C DeAndre Jordan– 11.1 ppg, 14.8 rpg, 2.2 bpg
What to watch for:
Who plays better defense?
The Warriors and Clippers have the No. 1 and No. 2 scoring offenses, respectfully, in the league, so scoring won't be a problem for either team. However, stopping the other team will. Both teams like to get easy baskets in transition and shoot from the outside, so whoever can limit the other's fast break points and three-point attempts will win this game.
Prediction: Clippers win 116-111
I think Los Angeles will be playing with an extra edge tonight as they want to make a statement to the rest of the conference heading into the playoffs, while Golden State has already clinched the top seed in the postseason and don't have as much to play for.
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