Clippers Looking To Bounce Back, Host Wizards
The Los Angeles Clippers will host the Washington Wizards at crypto.com Arena on Saturday afternoon.

The Clippers (17-14) are coming off a 111-95 loss against the Phoenix Suns on Thursday night. They were led by Terance Mann, amassing 22 points, 11 rebounds and four assists. Marcus Morris generated 14 points, seven rebounds and two assists. John Wall tallied 12 points, four rebounds and five assists, while Moses Brown had five points and 12 rebounds. Brandon Boston led the bench with 16 points and three assists. The Clippers saw the end of their three-game winning streak with the loss against Phoenix, but they’ve still gone 3-2 in their last five contests. Plus, the Clippers have also gone 9-7 at home.

Paul George (knee), Kawhi Leonard (knee), Reggie Jackson (Achilles), Ivica Zubac (knee) and Luke Kennard (calf) have all been listed as game-time decisions, while Norman Powell (groin) has been ruled out.

The Wizards (11-18) are coming off a 141-128 road loss against the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday. They were led by Kyle Kuzma, collecting 24 points, two rebounds and four assists. Will Barton led the bench with 22 points, two rebounds and nine assists. Monte Morris amassed 20 points and seven assists, while Deni Avdija accrued nine points, six rebounds, five assists and three steals. Corey Kispert also scored 16 points. Washington has been struggling mightily of late, losing eight games in a row and 11 of its last 12. Washington has also gone 3-11 away from home.

Bradley Beal (hamstring), Kristaps Porzingis (back) and Rui Hachimura (ankle) have been listed as game-time decisions, while Delon Wright (hamstring) remains out.
Posted on: 12/16/2022 7:36 AM