A potential NBA Finals preview is on the NBA schedule tonight, as the Clippers vs Nets matchup sees two of the top title contenders face off in Brooklyn.
The Clippers have ascended to first place in the Western Conference, and they look primed to be there or around there all season. Meanwhile, the Nets are scoring for fun, but they are still trying to figure things out on defense. An improved effort will be needed tonight to stop the Clippers, who are favored to improve their league-best record according to today’s NBA odds.
Los Angeles Clippers vs Brooklyn Nets Betting Odds and Information
- Matchup: Los Angeles Clippers (16-5, 8-3 away, 1st in the Western Conference) vs Brooklyn Nets (13-9, 9-4 home, 3rd in the Eastern Conference)
- Date: Tuesday, February 2, 2021
- Time: 7:30 pm ET/4:30 pm PT
- Location: Brooklyn, New York (Barclays Center)
- TV: TNT
- Spread: Clippers -1.5 (-110), Nets +1.5 (-110)
- Total: OVER 241.5 (-110), UNDER 241.5 (-110)
- Moneyline: Clippers -118, Nets +100
Odds via Fanduel as of Tuesday, February 2 at 1:50 pm ET
Los Angeles Clippers Betting Preview
The Clippers made it 10 wins in 11 games with Sunday’s 14-point win over the Knicks at MSG. Kawhi Leonard poured in 28 points, wrapping up a January in which he averaged 26.1 ppg. Paul George averaged 24.1 ppg in January and is averaging 26.1 ppg on the road.
While the Clippers have been on an impressive run, it has not come against the toughest schedule. In fact, the Pacers and Hawks are the only two teams currently at or above .500 that the Clippers have faced in their 10-1 run. That said, there are no easy nights in the NBA. Just ask the Nets, who lost to the 4-12 Wizards Sunday night.
Brooklyn Nets Betting Preview
The Nets are playing about as well as could be hoped offensively, but the same does not apply to their defensive play. That has not burned them too many times, but it burned them Sunday night against the Washington Wizards. They led 146-141 with 12.3 seconds left, only to inexplicably lose.
Since trading for James Harden, the Nets have given up an average of 123 points per game. In their last eight games, they have given up at least 123 points seven times. That has to change if they are to back up their status as Eastern Conference favorites.
Los Angeles Clippers vs Brooklyn Nets Betting Stats and Trends
Los Angeles Clippers Stat Sheet
Offense
- PPG: 114.5 (7th)
- FG: 48.0 percent)
- 3PT: 41.6 percent (1st)
Defense
- PPG: 106.7 (4th)
- FG: 46.1 percent (17th)
- 3PT: 35.7 percent (8th)
Los Angeles Clippers Recent Form
- 1/31/21: New York Knicks 115-129 Los Angeles Clippers
- 1/29/21: Orlando Magic 90-116 Los Angeles Clippers
- 1/28/21: Miami Heat 105-109 Los Angeles Clippers
- 1/26/21: Atlanta Hawks 108-99 Los Angeles Clippers
- 1/24/21: Los Angeles Clippers 108-100 Oklahoma City Thunder
Brooklyn Nets Stat Sheet
Offense
- PPG: 122.2 (1st)
- FG: 49.8 percent (1st)
- 3PT: 40.1 (2nd)
Defense
- PPG: 117.7 (28th)
- FG: 45.7 percent (12th)
- 3PT: 35.5 percent (7th)
Brooklyn Nets Recent Form
- 1/31/21: Washington Wizards 149-146 Brooklyn Nets
- 1/29/21: Oklahoma City Thunder 125-147 Brooklyn Nets
- 1/27/21: Atlanta Hawks 128-132 Brooklyn Nets (OT)
- 1/25/21: Brooklyn Nets 98-85 Miami Heat
- 1/23/21: Brooklyn Nets 128-124 Miami Heat
Clippers vs Nets Top Betting Trend
- The Clippers have scored 61 or more first-half points seven times in their last 10 games. Tonight’s Clippers first half team total is 61.5 (O -114, U -106).
Los Angeles Clippers vs Brooklyn Nets Betting Advice
There is no disputing how good the Nets are offensively. However, they are not there yet on the defensive end. Against a hot team with two guys who can fill it up on any given night, that will not pan out well for them. Back the Clippers to win tonight.
Clippers vs Nets Best Bets
- Clippers vs Nets OVER 241.5
- Los Angeles Clippers ML
