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Mar 15, 2021; Dallas, Texas, USA; LA Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) drives to the basket as Dallas Mavericks forward Dorian Finney-Smith (10) defends during the second half at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
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Mar 15, 2021; Dallas, Texas, USA; LA Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) drives to the basket as Dallas Mavericks forward Dorian Finney-Smith (10) defends during the second half at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
LA Clippers are back at home as they host the Charlotte Hornets. Both teams are coming off a loss and are hoping to bounce back. The Mavericks dismantled the Clippers in their last game, while the Hornets fell to the Lakers.
Date & Time: March 20, 2021, 8:30pm ET
Venue: STAPLES Center, Los Angeles, California
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Preview | LA Clippers
The LA Clippers, who once looked like they were on their way to overtake the #1 seed, are struggling for the last two months. They are 10-11 since they began February with a loss against the Nets.
They have also been poor away from home and have lost five out of their last six road games. So, they will hope tonight’s game helps them to end this miserable run and regain momentum.
Unfortunately for the Clippers, Patrick Beverley is still on the sidelines with a knee injury. Serge Ibaka could make his return after missing the last two games with a back injury.
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Mar 15, 2021; Dallas, Texas, USA; LA Clippers guard Paul George (13) celebrates with teammates during the fourth quarter against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
Starting 5 for the Clippers
Guard – Reggie Jackson
Guard – Paul George
Forward – Kawhi Leonard
Forward – Marcus Morris Sr
Center – Ivica Zubac
Preview | Charlotte Hornets
Charlotte Hornets are set to play their second game in a row at the STAPLES. They lost to the Lakers here on Thursday and will be keen to avoid another loss.
They showed some fight in that game but were unable to cut down their early deficit and lost by nine points. The Hornets went on a good run to get their record above .500, but a loss tonight could see them go down to 20-21.
They were injury-free for a while, but Cody Zeller got injured in their last game. He is likely to miss a few days with his shoulder injury. The rest of the team is fit and available for the clash tonight.
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Mar 18, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (2) celebrates his basket scored with guard Terry Rozier (3) against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
Starting 5 for the Hornets
Guard – Terry Rozier
Guard – LaMelo Ball
Forward – Gordon Hayward
Forward – P.J. Washington
Center – Bismack Biyombo
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Predictions | Clippers vs Hornets
While both teams are struggling for momentum entering the game, the Clippers have a lot more quality in their roster. The Hornets have proved themselves with a few upsets, but their sting has been neutralized in the last few games.
So, the Clippers are likely to come away with a win, as they aim to start a winning run.
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