L.a. Clippers Clippers vs San Antonio Spurs Picks and Predictions November 4th 2024

Clippers vs Spurs November 4th 2024

At 10:30 ET, the Los Angeles Clippers (-184) will host the San Antonio Spurs (+155) in a Western Conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is 218.5.

This game will be played at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood and will be televised on KTLA.

Spurs vs. Clippers Key Information

San Antonio evened their record at 3-3 with a 113-103 win over the Timberwolves on Saturday. Playing at home, the Spurs were +4 point underdogs but covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game were 216, just over the 214.5 O/U line.

A key moment came when the Spurs went on a 10-0 run, turning a 51-46 deficit into a 56-51 lead. San Antonio outscored Minnesota 30-25 in the 2nd quarter and 33-25 in the 3rd, giving them a 95-82 lead heading into the 4th. The Timberwolves won the final quarter 21-18, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the deficit.

Keldon Johnson led the Spurs to a win over the Timberwolves, scoring 25 points and grabbing 8 rebounds, shooting 58.8% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 37.5%. Jeremy Sochan added 19 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 70%, while Victor Wembanyama contributed 17 points and 6 rebounds.

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San Antonio shot 51.8% from the field, but struggled from deep, hitting 31% of their threes, making 13 in total. Johnson scored 10 points in the 3rd quarter, while Chris Paul added 7 of his 15 points in the opening period.

Despite giving up 32 points in the 1st quarter, the Spurs’ defense tightened up, allowing just 25 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters, and only 21 in the 4th, holding the Timberwolves to 103 points. San Antonio’s defense limited Minnesota’s three-point shooting, allowing just 11 made threes on 29% shooting.

The Spurs sent the Timberwolves to the free-throw line 20 times, where they made 14 shots. San Antonio controlled the boards, giving up just 6 offensive rebounds while grabbing 37 defensive boards. The Spurs also added 6 steals and 5 blocks in the game.

The Clippers fell to 2-4 on the season after a 105-92 loss to the Thunder on Saturday. L.A. was +5.5 point underdogs at home and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 197 points was well below the O/U line of 220.5.

The Thunder went on a decisive 15-0 run, stretching the score from 47-38 to 62-38. The Clippers started strong, leading 28-19 after the 1st quarter, but were outscored 34-29 in the 2nd and 28-21 in the 3rd. Heading into the 4th quarter down 81-78, L.A. managed only 14 points while the Thunder put up 24.

Keldon Johnson led the Spurs to a win over the Timberwolves with 25 points, including 10 in the 3rd quarter, and 8 rebounds. Jeremy Sochan added 19 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 70% from the field, while Victor Wembanyama contributed 17 points.

The Spurs shot 51.8% from the field, hitting 13 threes at a 31% rate. Johnson made 3 threes, shooting 37.5% from beyond the arc.

Defensively, the Clippers started strong, holding the Thunder to just 19 points in the 1st quarter, but they gave up 34 in the 2nd. They allowed 28 points in the 3rd and 24 in the 4th, finishing with 105 points allowed.

Overall, the Clippers held the Thunder to 42% shooting but struggled from beyond the arc, where Oklahoma City hit 16 threes at a 41% clip. The Thunder also went 17/19 from the line. The Clippers gave up just 3 offensive rebounds and recorded 10 steals and 7 blocks.

As the underdogs with a spread of +4, we recommend going with the Spurs on the point spread. We not only see them covering the spread but also have a strong likelihood of winning this one outright, especially if you’re seeking a higher payout on the moneyline.

Right now, the over/under line for the game is sitting at 218.5 and given that our model is projecting 224 points between the teams, we like the over.

Spurs Look to Extend Clippers’ New-Arena Woes

The Los Angeles Clippers haven’t yet christened their state-of-the-art, $2 billion arena with a victory, but they’ll try to change that when they host the San Antonio Spurs on Monday in Inglewood, California. The Clippers have gone 0-4 in their new building, struggling with second-half slumps, and their latest loss came at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder, who defeated them 105-92 on Saturday. The Spurs, meanwhile, come to town with a two-game winning streak, looking to hand the Clippers yet another home-court setback.

Clippers’ Second-Half Struggles Continue

The Clippers’ struggles to close out games have been a persistent issue this season. In all four home losses, they held second-half leads, and in three of those games, they were ahead by double digits. However, they have been unable to sustain their momentum, with their shooting percentage falling to 30 percent (12-of-40) in the second half against the Thunder. Norman Powell, who has been a consistent offensive force for Los Angeles, scoring 24 points on Saturday and averaging 25.2 points per game, expressed frustration with the team’s inconsistency.

“(It’s) nasty right now,” Powell admitted. “We just gotta figure it out, man. I mean, I think, you know, we’re playing a good 28, 32 minutes of basketball. But, we gotta stay with it.”

Without Kawhi Leonard, who is out indefinitely with a knee injury, and with Paul George’s departure in free agency, Powell has had to step up as the Clippers’ primary scoring option. Head coach Tyronn Lue acknowledges the need for offensive adjustments but remains encouraged by moments of strong play, saying, “We did some really good things throughout the course of the game … We gotta continue to keep getting better offensively.”

Spurs Building Momentum with New Talent

The Spurs are bringing some momentum of their own into Monday’s game. Coming off a 113-103 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves, San Antonio notched their first back-to-back wins of the season despite head coach Gregg Popovich missing the game due to illness. Assistant coach Mitch Johnson took over, guiding a balanced attack led by Keldon Johnson (25 points), Jeremy Sochan (19 points, 10 rebounds), and rookie sensation Victor Wembanyama (17 points). Veteran point guard Chris Paul, still a master of the court in his 20th season, posted an impressive 15 points and 13 assists, marking double-digit assists in back-to-back games.

“Mitch did a great job,” Paul said about Johnson’s coaching debut. “Things happen within this league all the time and just like with players, it’s next man up. So, shout out to Mitch.”

Wembanyama continues to be a significant presence for San Antonio, averaging 18.0 points and 9.8 rebounds per game, while Sochan has also been contributing with 17.3 points and 8.5 rebounds. Paul’s 8.7 assists per game have been invaluable in orchestrating the Spurs’ offense.

Paul’s Return to His Former Team

Monday’s game will mark Chris Paul’s return to play against his former team in their new arena. Paul, who spent six seasons with the Clippers and helped shape the team’s identity during the “Lob City” era, expressed curiosity about the Clippers’ new home. “I’m excited to see what it’s like to play in there,” he said.

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Key Matchups to Watch

1. Norman Powell vs. Spurs’ Defense
   With Powell emerging as the primary offensive weapon for Los Angeles, the Spurs will likely focus their defensive efforts on limiting his scoring. San Antonio has the advantage of an in-form Wembanyama in the paint, which may deter some of Powell’s drives and force him to rely more on outside shooting.
2. Chris Paul’s Playmaking vs. Clippers’ Defense
   Paul’s ability to facilitate for San Antonio’s young scorers has added depth to the Spurs’ offense. His seasoned playmaking will be crucial as he takes on a Clippers team still finding its footing on defense without Leonard and George.
3. Victor Wembanyama and Jeremy Sochan Inside
   Wembanyama’s inside presence and Sochan’s rebounding have been critical for San Antonio. The Clippers will need to find a way to keep the two from dominating in the paint if they hope to hold their ground.

Both teams have something to prove: the Clippers, eager to secure their first win in their new arena, and the Spurs, hoping to sustain a winning streak in their early-season development. It’s a showdown of contrasting objectives, but both squads will be focused on one thing: securing a victory in Inglewood.