Los Angeles Clippers vs Golden State Warriors Betting Prediction

<p>A Californian showdown will take place on Tuesday, January 6, when the Los Angeles Clippers host the Golden State Warriors at 15:00 AEDT.</p> <p>The two teams haven’t exactly had the best of seasons this year, with both having their struggles in the Western Conference. Still, there is plenty to like about this upcoming clash, as both have their stars who can make a big difference on the court and potentially maximise betting opportunities.</p> <p>Read on for our expert Los Angeles Clippers vs Golden State Warriors betting predictions to see what we think will happen to enhance your NBA betting picks!</p> <h2>Los Angeles Clippers vs Golden State Warriors: Betting Preview</h2> <p>One of the reasons why this game is one of the most intriguing for bettors is that there doesn’t appear to be a sure-fire winner when they meet on the court. While this can make it more challenging to pick a winner, it can often mean there are enhanced odds offering value because of the unpredictability of this game.</p> <p>Over the last 10 matches, each team has won five. Over the last five, the Clippers hold a 3-2 record. Two of those games went to overtime, highlighting just how close these two teams are and how competitive the games can be.</p> <p>Still, when we look for something that happened more recently, GSW has won the most recent meeting. This took place earlier this regular season, with the Warriors winning 98-79. Jimmy Butler III led the game with 21 points, with Stephen Curry scoring 19. James Harden had 20 points for the Clippers, with Kawhi Leonard scoring 18.</p> <h2>Los Angeles Clippers vs Golden State Warriors: Betting Predictions</h2> <p>Given how challenging it has been to identify a winner in this contest over recent meetings, our betting experts are still tipping GSW to win.</p> <p>Golden State have been the slightly better side over the course of the season and are on a positive run of form. Los Angeles suffered another defeat in its last NBA match before this one, with consistency a big issue for the team.</p> <p>Ahead of the defeat to the Boston Celtics at the weekend, the Clippers were on a six-game winning streak.</p> <p>We think Curry could have another big game, having stepped up with 31 points in his return game. We think he’ll have 20+ points in this one, as he looks to continue his recovery from an ankle sprain. Add in the tally of 15 points from Jimmy Butler III following a bout of illness in his return, and he could also have another 15+ points in this encounter.</p> <p>Leonard is another to focus on. Before the Celtics' defeat, he averaged 40.4 points per game, which is why we think he is worth value at 30+ in this one.</p>