The Phoenix Suns will take on the LA Clippers at the Crypto.com Arena tomorrow. Both teams are coming off losses in this game. The Clippers faced defeat against the LA Lakers 106-103, while the Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Suns 121-115. As per recent stats, the hosts, Clippers are in a better position than the Suns, but they will definitely face tough competition from the trio of Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal. The Clippers will look to defeat Phoenix for the second time this season. Both teams faced each other last week, when the Clippers defeated Phoenix 131-122. In terms of their overall head-to-head matchup, the Suns have a 137-99 edge over the Clippers in the regular season.
Preview
Despite losing two of their last three games, the Suns have maintained their dominance above the .500 mark. They are currently in ninth place in the Western Conference, and have yet to produce the clinical performances expected of them. The lack of time on the court between their three superstars has been a major factor. Team’s defense is still questionable, however, with their veteran forwards back, they can expect to perform better against the Clippers’ quartet of Leonard, Harden, George and Russell Westbrook.
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The Clippers moved to fourth place as they won seven out of their last 10 games. Harden has been the facilitator, while George and Leonard have taken a large share of the scoring. After facing a close loss against the Lakers, they will now hope to give a better performance for the second game in a row.
Starting Lineup
The Suns ruled Eric Gordon for the game against the Grizzlies. Bol Bol and Nasir Little missed the contest as well. Ahead of the Clippers game, Phoenix is expected to field an unchanged starting lineup. They will most likely start with Devin Booker, Bradley Beal, Grayson Allen, Kevin Durant and Jusuf Nurkic.
For the Clippers, Moussa Diabate is the only player on the injury list. The rest of the players are fit and healthy. Tyronn Lue, Terence Mann, James Harden, Paul George, Kawhi Leonard and Ivica Zubac will be the starting lineup of the Clippers.
Prediction
The Suns have always been a strong force with “KD.” Since both teams are playing consecutively, the pace is expected to be slow, but the Clippers have the home advantage. However, with Phoenix looking to take the lead, they will be tough on the Clippers and will likely make the game close.
